What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit position at The Good Life MedStaff?
Job Description
The Good Life MedStaff is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Watertown, South Dakota.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline : RN
- Start Date : ASAP
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift : 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type : Travel
POSITION SUMMARY
Provides general nursing care for all patients, except newborns, and labor and delivery.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides direct patient and personal care.
Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
Initiates a patient education plan according to the individualized needs of the patient, as prescribed by the Physician and / or hospital policy including patient and family instruction.
Documents nursing history and physical assessment for assigned patients.
Receives, transcribes, and executes physician orders.
Responds to staffing and scheduling needs and problems.
Other duties may be assigned.
ORGANIZATION RESPONSIBILITIES
Pursues professional growth through educational opportunities, professional reading, and seeking learning opportunities.
Assures department costs and time efficiency by maintaining maximum productivity and cost-effectiveness.
Promotes good interpersonal relationships through effective communication.
Abides by the philosophy, mission, and objectives of Prairie Lakes Healthcare System and follows organization policies and procedures.
Actively participates in Prairie Lakes Healthcare System programs based on safety, continuous quality improvement, and infection control.
Maintains confidentiality of all information pertaining to customers, patients, residents, employees, physicians, and their affairs.
Demonstrates a positive image of Prairie Lakes Healthcare System by applying effective human relations skills with customers, patients, visitors, other employees, and physicians.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Education and / or Experience
Graduate of an approved accredited Registered Nurse Program; one year of experience preferred.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Holds or is eligible for current RN licensure in the State of South Dakota.
Mandatory Basic and Advanced Life Support Training per policy
Computer Skills
Microsoft applications, CPSI POC.
Required Skills and Abilities
Strong interpersonal skills are required. Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Must have good critical thinking skills. Be able to prioritize and plan work activities. Ability to work independently. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Must have the ability to deal tactfully with hospital personnel and the general public.
Physical / Cognitive Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will frequently be standing and walking and infrequently sitting. The employee will occasionally be required to balance, kneel, reach above shoulder level, squat, and twist. The employee will frequently be required to bend / stoop and push / pull. The employee will occasionally be required to carry up to 30 pounds, lift up to 50 pounds and frequently push / pull up to 30 pounds. Per policy and procedure, any lifting over 50 pounds employees are able to use mechanical lift devices or obtain the assistance of other employees. Manual dexterity, visual acuity, and hearing are necessary.
Environmental Conditions
WORKING ENVIRONMENT : The employee may infrequently bump into things, perform long reaches, and work at uncomfortable heights and in uncomfortable positions.
HAZARDS & RISKS : DOES involve routine exposure to infectious disease and body fluids. The employee's job requires potential exposure to other hazards and repetitive motion.
The above statements reflect the characteristics considered necessary to perform the essential functions of the job as identified, and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.
The Good Life MedStaff Job ID #30648017. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : RN : ICU,19 : 00 : 00-07 : 00 : 00
About The Good Life MedStaff
We are a Travel Nursing Agency, connecting compassionate caregivers, who love adventure, with amazing opportunities. We want to bring you to The Good Life! Connecting, Caring, and Competing for the best opportunities to help you reach your goals!
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