Mercy Hospital Springfield is Hiring a Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,325 per week Near Springfield, MO
Certification Details
Required Certifications: BLS and ACLS from AHA only
Preferred Certifications:
Job Details
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Position Information:
THIS POSITION IS AUTO-OFFER
Number of Openings: 3
Shift: Night s, 19 00- 07 00
Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36
Assignment Length: 13 weeks
ALL CONTINGENCY REQUESTS MUST BE ON THE SUBMISSION FORM
Overview: Performs direct patient care activities for all age groups to include assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Monitors and coordinates patient care activities with ancillary departments to optimize patient care and comfort. Functions within the scope of nursing preparation and consistent with the established guidelines of nursing practice, the Missouri Nurse Practice Act, Mercy Code of Conduct, Mercy Mission and Values and Mercy Service Standards.
Working Conditions, Mental and Physical Requirements: Stand and walk most of the time on duty. Meet unit specific physical demands. Significant amount of bending and stooping, as well as lifting and turning patients with assistance. May be required to work differing schedules, shifts, days of the week, or work frequency according to patient care requirements. High risk exposure to blood and body fluids. Physical demands are attached plus push, pull, and grip up to 50 lbs., pinch up to 15 lbs., kneel, crouch, and crawl minimally.
Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care for patient post trauma, surgical interventions and medical comorbitities. Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care. Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.
Job Requirements
Required Licensure: Current RN License (Meets the criteria to be eligible for licensure in state of Missouri or currently licensed in the state of Missouri.)
Required Certifications: BLS and ACLS from AHA only
Years of Experience: 1 year Step Down/PCU
Float Requirements: will float on a rotational basis to critical care cluster or med/surg
Must Have Skills/Experience: 1 year Step Down/PCU, inpatient only
Type of Patients on Unit: Neuro, trauma, alcohol withdraw, resp distress,insulin drips