Job Description

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The Med-Surg RN is responsible for providing comprehensive care to patients in a medical-surgical setting. This includes assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care of patients with a wide range of conditions, such as post-operative patients, acute illnesses, and chronic health conditions. The Med-Surg RN works in collaboration with other healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, and therapists, to provide the best possible care for patients.
Key Responsibilities:

• Assessing and monitoring the physical, emotional and educational needs of patients
• Administering medications, including IV therapy and blood products
• Assisting with diagnostic tests and procedures
• Monitoring and interpreting vital signs
• Documenting patient care in the medical record
• Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans
• Educating patients and their families about their conditions, treatment plans, and self-care
• Maintaining a safe and clean environment in the unit

Qualifications:

• Current RN license
• Bachelor\'s degree in Nursing (BSN)
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Med-Surg RN
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and in high-stress situations
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification

The Med-Surg RN is an essential member of the healthcare team and plays a critical role in ensuring the health and well-being of patients. This is a not full time but contracted travel position.

Profession: Registered Nurse (RN)

Location: Portales New Mexico

Specialty: Med Surg

Unit: Med-surg Adult

Gross Pay: TBD

Schedule: 3x12 Nights, 18:00:00-06:00:00, 12.00-3

Guaranteed Hours: 32

Openings: 1

Start Date: 06/17/2023

End Date: 09/16/2023

Assignment Length: 13

Experience Required: 1 year

JOB ID: Medefis550056162

Other Info:

ID: 50056162 Shift: 1745-0615 Description: Provide direct and indirect patient care in the medical-surgical setting. Communicate with physicians/Nurse Manager/co-workers, as appropriate about changes in patient s clinical condition including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Must be able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment and perform general nursing duties in all departments with adequate supervision.Essential Functions Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization Perform patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient s age. Perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. This includes: pediatric, geriatric and the general patient population. Ability to revise standard of care as indicated by the patient s response to treatment and evaluate overall plan daily for effectiveness. Formulate a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate. Assess and reassess pain management techniques utilized. Educate the patient and family regarding pain management. Demonstrate ability to perform treatments and provide services to level licensure. Communicate appropriately and clearly to Nurse Manager, co-workers, and physicians. Consult other departments as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient s needs. Provide care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including: pediatric, geriatric and general population. Demonstrate an ability to assist physicians with procedures and perform services requiring technical and manual skills. Demonstrate an ability to be flexible, organized, and function under stressful situations. Treat patients and their families with respect and dignity Ensure patient confidentiality. Identify and address psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and family. Function as liaison between administration, patients, physicians and other healthcare providers. Interact professionally with patient/family and involve patient/family in the formation of the plan of care. Maintain a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments. Ensure that documentation meets current standards and policies. Identify and address psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicate with social service/discharge planner regarding both in hospital and post discharge needs. Additional Information:Covid vaccine is required ****PLEASE READ/REVIEW ANY/ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION**** Position Urgency:Rapid Response Crisis Billing string = Roosevelt General Hospital Guaranteed Hours: 32 Contract Weeks:91

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