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Registered Nurse- Pool/Float
United States Department of Veterans Affairs - Wilmington, DE
posted about 2 months ago
About the position
The Nurse Resource Pool/Float Registered Nurse (RN) at the Wilmington VAMC is responsible for providing comprehensive nursing care across multiple patient care units. This role emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and the implementation of evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes. The RN will work in a dynamic environment, adapting to various clinical settings while ensuring high-quality care for a diverse veteran population.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate in the development, implementation, evaluation, and revision of nursing policies and procedures.
- Provide direct and indirect nursing care to patients in multiple care units.
- Conduct systematic assessments of patients and ensure accurate documentation of care.
- Initiate and interpret cardiac monitoring for patients on telemetry.
- Administer prescribed treatments and monitor patient responses, notifying physicians of any adverse reactions.
- Ensure timely transcription and entry of physician orders into medical records.
- Monitor the environment for safety hazards and ensure a therapeutic environment for patients.
- Supervise unlicensed staff and provide constructive feedback to peers.
Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens.
- Full and unrestricted nursing license from any U.S. State or territory.
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ACEN or CCNE).
- Proficiency in written and spoken English.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment physical examination.
Nice-to-haves
- 5 years of experience in step-down, emergency department, or critical care settings.
- ACLS and BLS certifications are required; BSN preferred.
Benefits
- Access to a comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee.
- Eligibility for various federal benefits depending on position type.
