Registered Travel Nurse

Posted on Sep 27, 2024 by Systemart LLC
Marietta, GA
Health Care
Immediate Start
$114k - $125k Annual
Contract/Project
1. Patient Care

* Assess and Monitor Patients: Perform comprehensive patient assessments, monitor vital signs, and observe for changes in condition.

* Administer Medication: Safely administer prescribed medications, including oral, intravenous (IV), and injections, following facility protocols.

* Develop Care Plans: Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare team members to create individualized care plans for patients.

* Assist in Procedures: Assist physicians during medical procedures, surgeries, or treatments when needed.

2. Record Keeping and Documentation

* Maintain Accurate Patient Records: Document patient information, including assessments, interventions, medication administration, and outcomes, in compliance with hospital standards and legal requirements.

* Report Critical Changes: Report changes in patients' conditions to physicians and other members of the healthcare team promptly.

3. Specialized Care (Based on Assignment)

* Adapt to Different Settings: Depending on the assignment, nurses may work in various units (ICU, ER, Med-Surg, Dialysis, etc.) and need to adapt quickly to each facility's protocols and procedures.

* Provide Specialty-Specific Care: Deliver care relevant to the nursing specialty in which they are placed, such as critical care, labor and delivery, or emergency care.

4. Communication and Collaboration

* Work with Healthcare Team: Collaborate with doctors, nurse practitioners, other nurses, and healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.

* Educate Patients and Families: Provide education and counseling to patients and their families on post-hospitalization care, medication instructions, and health management.

5. Safety and Compliance

* Adhere to Safety Protocols: Follow infection control, safety, and quality assurance protocols as per hospital and state regulations.

* Compliance with Facility and State Regulations: Ensure compliance with healthcare laws, hospital standards, and nursing practices in the state where the assignment is located.

6. Flexibility and Adaptability

* Adjust Quickly to New Environments: Contract nurses often need to acclimate to a new facility's protocols, electronic medical records (EMR) systems, and team dynamics in a short time frame.

* Handle Various Patient Loads: Depending on staffing needs and the size of the facility, contract nurses may be required to handle different patient-to-nurse ratios.

7. Patient Advocacy

* Advocate for Patients: Act as a patient advocate, ensuring that patients' needs and rights are respected and communicated clearly to the medical team.

8. Floating to Different Units

* Flexible Across Units: Contract nurses may be asked to float to different units or departments within the healthcare facility, depending on staffing needs.

9. Emergency Response

* Handle Emergencies: Respond quickly and efficiently to emergency situations, such as code blue or rapid response scenarios, providing life-saving interventions when necessary.

10. Time Management

* Prioritize Care: Effectively manage time to handle multiple patients, medications, and treatments during a shift, ensuring all patients receive appropriate care.

11. Orientation and Training

* Complete Short Orientation: Contract nurses typically undergo a brief orientation at the beginning of their assignment to learn the facility's policies, procedures, and equipment.

12. Support Staff and Mentoring

* Assist with Training: In some assignments, contract nurses may help train or mentor less experienced nursing staff, temporary staff, or new employees.

13. Travel and Flexibility (Specific to Travel Nurses)

* Relocate as Needed: Travel nurses are expected to relocate for short-term assignments, often to regions experiencing nurse shortages or high patient demand.

* Adapt to Varying Shifts: Contract nurses may need to work varying shifts, including nights, weekends, or holidays, depending on the facility's needs.

Reference: 202552287

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Registered Travel Nurse

Posted on Sep 27, 2024 by Systemart LLC

Marietta, GA
Health Care
Immediate Start
$114k - $125k Annual
Contract/Project
1. Patient Care

* Assess and Monitor Patients: Perform comprehensive patient assessments, monitor vital signs, and observe for changes in condition.

* Administer Medication: Safely administer prescribed medications, including oral, intravenous (IV), and injections, following facility protocols.

* Develop Care Plans: Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare team members to create individualized care plans for patients.

* Assist in Procedures: Assist physicians during medical procedures, surgeries, or treatments when needed.

2. Record Keeping and Documentation

* Maintain Accurate Patient Records: Document patient information, including assessments, interventions, medication administration, and outcomes, in compliance with hospital standards and legal requirements.

* Report Critical Changes: Report changes in patients' conditions to physicians and other members of the healthcare team promptly.

3. Specialized Care (Based on Assignment)

* Adapt to Different Settings: Depending on the assignment, nurses may work in various units (ICU, ER, Med-Surg, Dialysis, etc.) and need to adapt quickly to each facility's protocols and procedures.

* Provide Specialty-Specific Care: Deliver care relevant to the nursing specialty in which they are placed, such as critical care, labor and delivery, or emergency care.

4. Communication and Collaboration

* Work with Healthcare Team: Collaborate with doctors, nurse practitioners, other nurses, and healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.

* Educate Patients and Families: Provide education and counseling to patients and their families on post-hospitalization care, medication instructions, and health management.

5. Safety and Compliance

* Adhere to Safety Protocols: Follow infection control, safety, and quality assurance protocols as per hospital and state regulations.

* Compliance with Facility and State Regulations: Ensure compliance with healthcare laws, hospital standards, and nursing practices in the state where the assignment is located.

6. Flexibility and Adaptability

* Adjust Quickly to New Environments: Contract nurses often need to acclimate to a new facility's protocols, electronic medical records (EMR) systems, and team dynamics in a short time frame.

* Handle Various Patient Loads: Depending on staffing needs and the size of the facility, contract nurses may be required to handle different patient-to-nurse ratios.

7. Patient Advocacy

* Advocate for Patients: Act as a patient advocate, ensuring that patients' needs and rights are respected and communicated clearly to the medical team.

8. Floating to Different Units

* Flexible Across Units: Contract nurses may be asked to float to different units or departments within the healthcare facility, depending on staffing needs.

9. Emergency Response

* Handle Emergencies: Respond quickly and efficiently to emergency situations, such as code blue or rapid response scenarios, providing life-saving interventions when necessary.

10. Time Management

* Prioritize Care: Effectively manage time to handle multiple patients, medications, and treatments during a shift, ensuring all patients receive appropriate care.

11. Orientation and Training

* Complete Short Orientation: Contract nurses typically undergo a brief orientation at the beginning of their assignment to learn the facility's policies, procedures, and equipment.

12. Support Staff and Mentoring

* Assist with Training: In some assignments, contract nurses may help train or mentor less experienced nursing staff, temporary staff, or new employees.

13. Travel and Flexibility (Specific to Travel Nurses)

* Relocate as Needed: Travel nurses are expected to relocate for short-term assignments, often to regions experiencing nurse shortages or high patient demand.

* Adapt to Varying Shifts: Contract nurses may need to work varying shifts, including nights, weekends, or holidays, depending on the facility's needs.

Reference: 202552287

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