Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,256 per week

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  • Down East Community Hospital
Job Summary
Location
Machias ,ME 04654
Job Type
Contract
Visa
Any Valid Visa
Salary
PayRate
Qualification
BCA
Experience
2Years - 10Years
Posted
11 Nov 2024
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Job Description
    Certification Details
  • Current BCLS
  • ACLS within 6 months of hire for experienced nurses and within one year for newly licensed RNs
  • PALS within 6 months of hire for experienced nurses and within one year for newly licensed RNs
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Certificate (NRP) within 6 months of hire for experienced nurses and within one year for newly licensed RNs
  • S.T.A.B.L.E certification within 2 years
    Job Details
  • Performs the functions of a Registered Nurse in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating all assigned patient care under supervision of the Charge Nurse.
  • Is responsible for adhering to all Standards of Nursing Practice, for managing supplies and equipment, and for promoting teamwork with physicians and personnel of the unit and other hospital departments.
  • RN adheres to hospital policies regarding confidentiality, sexual harassment, advance directives, and American Disabilities Act.
  • Performs Charge Nurse duties as needed.
  • Maintains a high degree of confidentiality and supports the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
  • Performs as a Resource RN to a Qualified Labor and Delivery Nurse to meet the needs of Obstetrical Patients in the Antepartum, Intrapartum and Postpartum Phases.
    Job Requirements
  • Current licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Maine or Authorization to Practice pending licensure by endorsement.
  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
  • Successfully completes general nursing and unit orientation.
  • Effective communication skills; both orally and written.
  • Ability to work with others within a team to ensure quality patient care.
  • Strong critical thinking skills.
  • Good customer service skills.
  • Current BCLS
  • Acute care experience preferred.
  • ACLS, PALS and Neonatal Resuscitation Certificate (NRP) within 6 months of hire for experienced nurses and within one year for newly licensed RNs.
  • S.T.A.B.L.E certification within 2 years.
  • Excellent assessment, communication, computer, and documentation skills needed.
  • Ability to function independently.
    Unit Specific Information
  • Clinical proficiency within scope of practice.
  • Systematically and continually assesses the health and status of the patient assuring the application of age specific standards.
  • In collaboration with the patient/family, develops and implements patient care plans to include problems, goals, evaluations and interventions.
  • Provides patient/family education with regard to assessing ability to learn, special learning needs, and evaluating effectiveness of teaching procedures.
  • Coordinate all aspects of nursing care to achieve desired patient outcomes.
  • Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the age-appropriate care of patients.
  • Document nursing care according to hospital policies and approved standards.
  • Participate in discharge planning for assigned patients.
  • Adhere to Universal Blood and Body Fluid Precautions and Infection Control policies.
  • Ensure documentation is thorough and accurately represents care delivered.
  • Use equipment and supplies in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Remain current in practice through relevant professional development.
  • Participate in orientation of new employees and in evaluation of orientation procedures.