Registered Nurse (RN) - 13-Week Temp - Nights - Med Surg
About The Position
This is a 13-week temporary position for a Registered Nurse (RN) on the Medical-Surgical unit, working night shifts from 7 PM to 7 AM in Smithfield, Virginia. The RN works under the supervision of the Nurse Manager and Director, responsible for the comprehensive nursing care of assigned patients. This role involves assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care, utilizing critical thinking and problem-solving skills to develop individualized care plans that consider physiological, psychosocial, and cultural needs. The RN is also responsible for supervising and delegating tasks to non-professional staff to ensure optimal patient care. Competence in managing age-related needs of patients in Critical Care/Telemetry units is essential. The position operates within a multi-disciplinary team, adhering to Riverside Health System's standards of excellence and facility goals.
Requirements
- ADN, BSN, or MSN Education
- 2 years of clinical Registered Nurse experience
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP)
- CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC)
Responsibilities
- Assess patient clinical and psychosocial needs according to standards of practice for Critical Care/Telemetry units.
- Partner with patients and families to develop, implement, and evaluate care plans, incorporating evidence-based practice and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team.
- Facilitate safe patient transitions to the next care setting.
- Demonstrate a sense of urgency to facilitate patient throughput and ensure consistent, competent, and ethical care.
- Focus on quality outcomes and address customer needs using current evidence-based practice and quality measures.
- Educate patients and families, individualizing and coordinating patient education and discharge planning, and evaluating comprehension.
- Accurately complete all required clinical and quality documentation per RHS standards and regulatory requirements.
- Delegate and prioritize tasks appropriately to facilitate quality patient care and ensure patient needs are met.
- Recognize and respond to emergency situations.
- Evaluate own needs for support and utilize identified systems to meet those needs.
Benefits
- Actual pay is determined by temporary commitment and business needs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
