Travel Nurse RN - Admin/Mgmt - $2,750 per week in Natick, MA

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct patient care, working in collaboration with healthcare teams to ensure high-quality care, safety, and comfort for patients. RNs assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, and they are responsible for administering medications, monitoring patient progress, and offering support to patients and their families. This role may vary depending on the department and healthcare setting (e.g., medical-surgical, ICU, ER, etc.), but it always requires strong clinical knowledge, critical thinking, and compassionate care.

Key Responsibilities :

Patient Assessment and Care Planning :

Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients’ physical, emotional, and psychological needs upon admission and throughout their care.

• Develop, implement, and update individualized care plans based on patient assessments and interdisciplinary team discussions.
• Regularly evaluate patient progress and modify care plans accordingly to meet their needs and health goals.

Administering Medications and Treatments :

Administer medications, treatments, and IV therapy as prescribed by the physician, ensuring proper dosages and monitoring for adverse reactions.

Patient Monitoring :

Monitor vital signs (blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, oxygen saturation, etc.), as well as other critical indicators specific to patient needs.

Patient Education and Support :

Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, recovery processes, and lifestyle changes needed to support health.

Collaboration with Healthcare Team :

Work with physicians, nurse practitioners, technicians, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans.

Emergency and Critical Care :

Respond promptly to emergencies, including cardiac arrest, respiratory failure, and other urgent conditions, utilizing life-saving measures as needed (e.g., CPR, ACLS).

Infection Control and Safety :

Follow infection control policies and procedures, including proper hand hygiene, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and maintaining a sterile environment.

Documentation and Reporting :

Accurately document all aspects of patient care, including assessments, treatments, responses, and changes in condition.

Patient Discharge :

Assist with patient discharge by ensuring the patient has all necessary instructions, medications, and follow-up appointments scheduled.

Professional Development :

Stay current on the latest clinical practices, technologies, and nursing research through continuing education, certifications, and training.

Salary : $2,750