Emergency Department Travel Nurse

CommonSpirit Health · Omaha, NE · 1 mo ago

Healthcare$20–$100/hrFull-time

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Affirms patient care within the scope of practice.
Utilizes advanced patient care skills, continuously enhancing nursing knowledge, skills, and behaviors through education and involvement beyond basic job requirements.
Requires exceptional clinical expertise, strong adaptability, a proactive approach to professional development, and a steadfast commitment to independent, high-quality patient care in dynamic settings.
Assesses, plans, and implements nursing care while ensuring patient comfort.
Anticipates, identifies, and responds to informational and emotional needs of patients and families.
Guides and directs healthcare personnel (i.e., Patient Care Technicians) in caring for patients.
Maintains knowledge of equipment setup, maintenance, and use (i.e., IV pumps, monitoring equipment, and drainage devices).
Utilizes safeguards such as IV pump drug library and monitor alarms with necessary.
Initiates emergency support measures (i.e., cardiopulmonary resuscitation, protecting patient from injury).

Minimum 2 years of experience as registered nurse in specialty area(s)
ADN or Nursing Diploma
Current unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse from the state(s) in which he or she will be practicing and/or compact state license
Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS.)
Other credentials may be required based on specialty and area(s) of assignment as specified by the requesting facility, state license and other regulatory requirements for local, state and federal agencies.
Certification in specialty preferred; certifications and competencies to support care area and patient population served.

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