What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel RN position at S&S Healthcare Staffing LLC?
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Location: S&S Healthcare Staffing
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Job Type: [Full-Time/Part-Time/Temporary]
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Reports To: Samantha Smith
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Position Overview
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The Registered Nurse (RN) provides comprehensive patient care in accordance with Illinois state
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laws and regulations. The RN will be responsible for assessing patient needs, implementing care
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plans, administering medications, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure
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optimal patient outcomes.
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Key Responsibilities
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1. Patient Assessment and Care Planning
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o Conduct thorough patient assessments, including physical, psychological, and
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social evaluations.
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o Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient
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assessments and medical conditions.
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o Monitor patient responses to treatments and adjust care plans as necessary in
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collaboration with the healthcare team.
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2. Medication Administration
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o Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician or nurse
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practitioner.
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o Monitor patients for medication side effects, interactions, and effectiveness, and
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document observations.
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3. Clinical Duties
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o Perform and oversee clinical procedures, including wound care, catheterizations,
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and specimen collections.
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o Operate and maintain medical equipment safely and effectively.
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o Provide patient education on managing medical conditions, medications, and
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treatment plans.
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4. Patient Advocacy and Communication
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o Advocate for patient needs and preferences, ensuring their rights and dignity are
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respected.
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o Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members,
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providing updates and addressing concerns.
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o Document all aspects of patient care, including assessments, interventions, and
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outcomes, in medical records.
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5. Infection Control and Safety
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o Adhere to infection control protocols, including proper hand hygiene, use of
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personal protective equipment (PPE), and sanitation procedures.
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o Implement and follow safety measures to prevent patient harm, including fall
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prevention and safe medication administration practices.
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o Participate in safety drills and emergency response procedures as required.
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6. Compliance and Professionalism
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o Maintain current RN licensure in Illinois and adhere to all relevant state laws and
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regulations.
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o Follow facility policies and procedures related to patient care, safety, and ethical
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practice.
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o Engage in continuous professional development through training, education, and
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staying current with nursing best practices and legal requirements.
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Qualifications
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Education and Certification:
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o Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
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from an accredited nursing program.
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o Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Illinois.
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o Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; Advanced Cardiovascular Life
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Support (ACLS) certification preferred.
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Experience:
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o Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred but not required.
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o Demonstrated ability to provide comprehensive patient care in a fast-paced
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environment.
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Skills and Abilities:
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o Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
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o Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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o Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative healthcare team.
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o Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) and other medical documentation
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tools.
