Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,360 per week

Company: Tact Staff
Location: Snoqualmie
Posted on: October 30, 2024

Job Description:

Tact Staff is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Snoqualmie, Washington.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: TravelREQUIRED EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: One year of professional nursing experience in a hospital setting preferred ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS: Washington State RN License, BLS, ACLS preferred OBJECTIVE SUMMARY: Provides professional nursing care for hospital patients and outpatients following established standards and practices. Assesses patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records. Serves as a role model, leader, and bedside care coordinator of the multidisciplinary team providing patient care. As a professional caregiver the RN is responsible and accountable for a group of patients for a designated time frame. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Does not directly manage or supervise, but works in coordination with CNAs, LPNs, and Unit Clerks Performs general nursing care for patients. Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards. Maintains safe keeping of narcotics according to hospital policy. Prepares equipment and aids physician during treatment, examination, and testing of patients. Observes, records and reports patient's condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians. Dispenses medication as directed. Responds to and refers incoming telephone calls. Maintains and reviews patient records, charts and other pertinent information. Posts tests and examination results. Prepares list of medical supplies needed. Assesses and diagnoses patient and family needs to provide quality care to assigned patients. Develops, discusses and communicates appropriate problem list (plan of care) for each patient, in collaboration with each department and the patient/family/significant other in order to address all identified needs. Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to implement medical plan of care, nursing interventions and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient. Evaluates the identified problems, care provided and patient's responses are reassessed in order to meet patient and family needs to ensure overall quality of care delivered. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to facilitate the integration of information for use by the healthcare team to assure quality care. Functions as a role model for current and new staff. Attends all required safety training programs and can describe responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety and specific job-related hazards. Follows the hospital infection control policies. Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors and fellow employees that promotes a professional, responsible and courteous environment. Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit team inter- and intra-departmentally to facilitate the departments/unit ability to meet its goals and objectives. Directs other licenses and non-licensed personnel in the provision of care to patients as assigned. Identifies and/or assumes activities relative to the developmental needs of the unit and the nursing department. Demonstrates dependability/flexibility in meeting scheduling needs of the unit and hospital. Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested. Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations. Maintains patient confidentiality. Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions. Health teaching regarding nutrition, exercise, preventative measures and tests, side effects of medications, normal vs. abnormal, etc. Administration of medication via injection, blood draws, preparation of urine specimens, complete lab requisitions, review lab reports daily, inform physician of abnormal or unusual results. Performs related work as assigned.Tact Medical Staffing Job ID #490136. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse - Medical SurgicalAbout Tact StaffOur nurses choose Tact assignments because it provides the opportunity to take on--new challenges in their careers while they travel across the United States and gain enriching experiences on a professional and personal level.--Our dedicated team of staffing consultants will work with you and be your advocate as you choose to embark on new assignments. Our team is committed to providing our nurses and allied professionals with the most rewarding healthcare assignments and choices at primer healthcare institutions--nationwide. Let us handle the details; you choose the job and location that are right for you.Be Adventurous,--Make a Difference, Travel with Tact.--Be Adventurous ---Becoming a travel nurse or allied professional is not only a professional adventure, but a personal adventure as well. It is an opportunity to challenge yourself, to explore a new place, and try amazing food...Make a Difference-----Nurses and allied professionals make such a huge difference in so many lives. The care and compassion you show to your patients, does not go unnoticed. We know how important your jobs is, which is why we take our job as recruiters so seriously. Being able to place nurses and allied professionals in hospitals, where you are doing something as crucial as saving lives, is something we feel thankful to be able to do.--Travel with Tact-----From the moment we receive your resume we begin trying to build a relationship with you. We know the importance of becoming your friend, before becoming your recruiter. Building friendly, yet professional relationships allows us to discover what you truly want... and don't want in a travel assignment.

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