Nurse / PRN / Eastern NC

Overview

Travel Float Nurse positions are temporary. Hours are not guaranteed but are based on the needs of the units and/or assigned locations. Flexible schedules, part-time, full-time, and as-needed basis. Nurses will cover shifts and schedules as needed at the units in their assigned locations. Travel expenses will be covered as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing
• Must meet education, experience, and licensure/certification requirements as specified by the service being provided
• Absolutely at least 1 year of nursing experience, ideally in a setting serving individuals with disabilities
• Current, unrestricted RN or LPN license in the assigned state or have a compact nursing license
• Ability to communicate effectively with interdisciplinary teams, individuals supported, and their families
• Ability to work independently, stay organized, and prioritize tasks
• CPR certification or eligibility to obtain certification
• Maintain licensure, certifications, and complete all required annual competent

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to individuals with IDD, focusing on holistic health approaches
• Observe, assess, and evaluate the health needs of the individuals supported
• Care for individuals with IDD, focusing on holistic health approaches
• Coordinate preventative and routine medical care, and communicate with physicians, pharmacies, and medical suppliers as needed
• Document all nursing care provided in accordance with regulatory and organizational requirements
• Provide clinical oversight and supervision to unlicensed personnel
• Aid in educational and training programs as needed for unlicensed personnel
• Promote a safe and healthy work environment by adhering to safety and environmental best practices
• Assist in on-site medical clinics when applicable
• Conduct medication pass observations and complete skill competency checklists on healthcare tasks delegated to unlicensed personnel
• Support individuals in monitoring their own health and, where possible, train them in self-medication administration
• Perform audits on medication administration and conduct medication storage assessments
• Conduct routine nursing assessments and report any abnormal findings to the appropriate healthcare providers
• Perform quality assurance checks to ensure that health-related tasks assigned to unlicensed personnel are being executed correctly
• Advocate for the people supported, assisting in developing community resources to promote optimal health
• Other duties as assigned

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Nurses will cover shifts and schedules as needed at the units in their assigned locations. Travel expenses will be covered as needed. Travel nurse assignments are temporary and work locations and hours may vary depending on availability. Travel assignments will be reviewed every 90 days to determine ongoing needs and work locations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Regularly required to lift 30 lbs
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs
• Must be able to pull a minimum of 30 lbs
• Must be able to squat, kneel, crawl, crouch, climb, and stoop
• Must be able to regularly use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls
• Required to regularly stand and walk
• Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in CPR from the floor level requiring to work on hands, knees, bending, standing and lifting
• Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision