Nurse (Health Care)

Travel RN CVORJob Title: Registered Nurse Profession: RN Specialty: Nursing Duration: 13 weeks Shift: PM Hours per Shift: 8 Experience: 2 years of experience in CVCT surgery including Open Heart, Open Vascular, and Endovascular procedures License: Current RN license Certifications: BLS Certification Must-Have: 2+ years of experience Description: The Registered Nurse (RN) is a licensed professional who coordinates patient care delivery by the healthcare team. Using the nursing process, the RN assesses patients and identifies nursing diagnoses based on responses to health problems. The RN develops and implements individualized plans of care and evaluates patient responses. The RN promotes safe passage for patients by using knowledge of patient needs and the healthcare environment. The RN delegates interventions to healthcare personnel based on each patient's condition and the competencies of the employee. The RN will work in inpatient and outpatient departments with 24/7 staffing needs. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS of the ROLE include: Using clinical reasoning, conducting accurate clinical assessments according to practice standards. Identifying and prioritizing patient and family needs. Developing, implementing, and evaluating the nursing plan of care. Creating a compassionate and therapeutic environment for patients, families, and staff. Facilitating learning for patients and families, nursing staff, and other members of the healthcare team. Collaborating with colleagues to develop and implement an integrated plan of care. Using strategies and available resources for problem-solving for patients, families, and staff. Improving nursing practice through participation in shared governance and decision-making processes. Demonstrating commitment to ongoing professional growth through continuing education and networking. Knowledge and understanding of nursing and patient care standards and procedures are required. Knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations governing the provision of nursing care applicable to the area of assignment is also essential. The RN must communicate thoughts clearly, both verbally and in writing. Interpersonal skills are necessary to interact with a wide range of constituencies. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills are a must. The RN must observe changes in patients' medical conditions and effectively communicate these changes to the nursing staff and physicians. The ability to provide quality, patient-centered care is essential, with sensitivity and respect for the diversity of human experience. General computer skills, including proficiency in electronic medical documentation, are required. The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required for this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this role at any time. The ability to perform all essential duties of the position competently is a basic requirement.