Job Location : Wichita Falls,TX, USA
Nucleus Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN CVPICU for a travel nursing job in Wichita Falls, Texas.
Job Description & RequirementsNucleus Healthcare is seeking a Traveling Registered Nurse - Cardiovascular PICU for a 13-week contract assignment at a leading academic health system in Oklahoma City, OK.Contract Length: 13 weeksShift: 3x12 - 36 HoursUnit: Cardio PICU Must have travel experience! Client will only interview candidates who reside 50 miles or more outside of Oklahoma City, OK. General Description:Under general supervision, provides nursing care in a hospital to a variety of patients with health problems ranging from simple to complex.Essential Responsibilities:Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.-Assumes responsibility for an assigned group of patients.-Documents patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments; notes all changes in physician order on assigned patients.-Assists physician in the examination of patients and in performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatment.-Obtains and monitors physiological data of patients, observes the physiological manifestations of patients and intervenes when necessary.-Administers medication as prescribed. Initiates, regulates and monitors intravenous infusions and blood products.-Delivers patient care competently.-Interacts with family and patient in sharing care plan while in the hospital and at time of discharge.-Informs patient and family of hospital procedures.-Makes referral regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel.-Delegates tasks to support staff.General Responsibilities:-Performs other duties as assigned.Skills: | Required Skills & Experience:-One year of experience.-Knowledge of professional nursing theories, practices, techniques, and procedures.-Ability to organize, plan, coordinate and evaluate nursing services and apply nursing techniques.-Ability to maintain good working relationships with other employees.-Good verbal and written communication skills.-Ability to respond effectively to cultural and language needs of patients and visitors.-Some computer skills.Preferred Skills & Experience:-N/AEducation: | Required Education:-Associate's Degree in Nursing from an accredited program.Preferred Education:-Bachelor of Science (or higher) in Nursing Board Approved Program.Required Certifications & Licensure:-Current RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact RN License (eNLC).-Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association.-PALS (American Heart Association).Preferred Certifications & Licensure:-N/AAdditional Qualifications
Nucleus Healthcare Job ID #3809. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
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