RN-Seasonal Nurse No Benefits-Ortho/Neuro

Responsibilities

• Accurately assesses the patient based on their medical condition.
• Knows and administers ordered medications as prescribed.
• Provides care appropriate to the patient's condition and age, including basic self-care activities.
• Formulates a teaching plan based on identified learning needs and evaluates its effectiveness.
• Utilizes nursing knowledge to perform treatments and provide services.
• Communicates and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to provide patient care.
• Demonstrates ability to assist physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills.
• Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family, communicating with social services as needed.
• Promotes cost-effective practices and reduces the risk of unnecessary harm through patient safety measures.
• Prioritizes patient care effectively and efficiently.

Specifications

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years’ experience in current unit or in specialty area.

• Licenses: RN; BLS certification within 14 days of hire.

• Training: Preferred/Desired minimum of a graduate from an accredited nursing program.

• Special Skills: Computer literacy.

• Specialty Certifications: Preferred/Desired ACLS/PALS certification.