Regional Travel Nurse- Wisconsin

Job Details

Description

SUMMARY:Â

Our associates deliver a higher standard of medical and mental health care for an underserved population. We maintain professionalism, integrity, and commitment as we solve problems and make lives easier.Â

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Â

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Â

• Responsible for nursing care delivery for assigned client locations.Â

• Timely and accurately assess, plan, and deliver nursing care to patients.Â

• Administer prescribed medication, treatments, and other tasks, as ordered by the practitioner.Â

• Provide emergency first aid care when appropriate.Â

• Check and record vital signs, peak flows, blood glucose checks, weight, and other diagnostic tests on-site, when appropriate.Â

• Triage officer intake screenings for necessity and priority at sick call.Â

• Record information in chronic clinic and report reactions to treatments and medications, as well as changes in the patients’ emotional or physical condition.Â

• Record care information concisely, accurately, and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format and on the appropriate forms.Â

• Coordinate medical services as directed by the practitioner and provide patient education to support care.Â

• Maintain aseptic techniques and infection control precautions, as required.Â

• Maintain and demonstrate working knowledge of pharmacology, including drug reaction/overdose.Â

• Maintain and demonstrate working knowledge of therapeutic diets and nutrition.Â

• Notify supervisor of medical or security incidents.Â

• Attend in-service education sessions as requested by the client.Â

• Perform duties within the scope of practice mandated by state and local standards.Â

• Maintain patient confidentiality and HIPAA practices as required by government agencies.Â

• Acquire professional licensure as directed.Â

• May be asked to train new hires and coworkers.Â

• Proficient in using and maintaining patient electronic healthcare records and learning AIMM electronic Medical Records (EMR).Â

• Acquire and maintain professional nursing licensure.Â

• Remain available for staffing coverage needs including nights, weekends, and holidays.Â

• Perform all other duties as assigned.Â

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Â

• Registered Nursing License and associate's degree required.Â

• 3 years of nursing experience required.Â

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; hands-on training required.Â

• Must have a valid Driver's License and reliable transportation. Â