Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Care - $1,598 per week

About the role

We’re seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Care for a 13-week assignment in Miller, South Dakota. This position offers 36 hours per week on a 12-hour night shift and is classified as a travel role.

Responsibilities

• Assists with formulating a plan of care for residents in pertinent area.
• Provides nursing care to residents according to physician orders and regulations.
• Updates plan of care when needed.
• Observes and documents observations and care given to residents using the EMR accurately.
• Ensures physicians are notified and orders are processed.
• Receives and shares information; observes and reports residents’ conditions.
• Responds promptly to resident call lights.
• Directs and assists with resident, family/significant other education.
• Notifies family on condition changes.
• Handles linens properly and disposes of soiled linens, clothing, or supplies in adherence to regulations and guidelines.
• Uses standard precautions by using personal protective equipment and observes transmission guidelines, washes hands between resident cares.
• Reports and ensures timely follow-up of signs/symptoms of resident infections.
• Complies with all related laws, regulations, company policies, and procedures, and fulfills obligations under the organization's corporate compliance program.

Note: Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Licensure for state of practice is required.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Prior work experience in a like or related position may be helpful.
• Knowledge and familiarity with the therapeutic effects and side effects of all medications administered.

Skills & Abilities

• Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, and position objects, tools, or controls.
• Frequent communication, observation, assessment, and detection of information relative to the position.
• Ability to maintain a stationary position, move, and position self in response to job tasks.

Physical & Mental Requirements

• Weight lifting requirement: 35 lbs.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Frequency of travel may vary based on business need.

About Medical Solutions LTC

At Medical Solutions, we’re people who care, helping people who care. We connect nurses and allied health clinicians with hospitals and healthcare systems across the country. Our culture is filled with heart and soul, and we lead as humans first, believing the unique qualities of each team member make us better together. We offer endless opportunities for personal and professional growth throughout your career.

Benefits

• Day One Medical, Dental, and Vision with low premiums
• Day One 401(k) with Company Contribution
• Personalized Compensation Packages
• Paid, Private, Fully Furnished, Pet-Friendly Housing
• Dedicated Recruiter and 24/7 Customer Care Line
• Per Diem Allowance and Paid Travel
• Licensure and Certification Reimbursement
• Free Liability Coverage
• Voluntary Benefits: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and Pet Insurance
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Employee assistance programs
• Cancelation protection
• Discount program
• Mileage reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Vision benefits
• Referral bonus
• Pet insurance
• Continuing Education
• Holiday Pay
• License and certification reimbursement
• Guaranteed Hours
• Benefits start day 1
• Company provided housing options
• Weekly pay