Per Diem Nurse Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• At least two years of RN experience; experience in dialysis, critical care, medical/surgical, or ambulatory surgery is preferred.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing.
• Current Nevada RN license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Conscious sedation certification by the date of hire.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Must receive an influenza vaccine annually.

Responsibilities

• Provide the interventionist and clinical team with ongoing patient information during procedures, including cardiac monitoring, Aldrete scores, pain status, and vital signs (heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and EKG).
• Provide immediate medical care during emergencies.
• Maintain clear, accurate patient records and documentation according to applicable standards.
• Maintain professional and effective working relationships with all members of the health care team.
• Conduct chart audits.
• Assist with scheduling vascular access procedures; make pre-operative calls to confirm patient readiness and post-operative calls within 48–72 hours.
• Transfer patients while addressing their specific needs and adhering to evidence-based guidelines.
• Assist with recovery-room patient care following vascular access procedures.
• Gather patient clinical information before procedures, including assessments and medical history.
• Maintain an up-to-date narcotic drug log.
• Monitor and maintain medical-supply inventory with the designated Materials Manager; order medications, including narcotics; maintain appropriate inventory and drug counts; and coordinate with the pharmacist.
• Perform infection-control duties, including quarterly Glo Germ checks, Hand Hygiene Score Cards, Infection Control Checklists/Tracers, and Infection Control Risk Assessments.
• Conduct mock codes and emergency drills.
• Assist the Director of Nursing with coordinating the clinical team’s daily work and ensuring appropriate scheduling.
• Complete annual trainings and clinical competency assessments.
• Communicate with dialysis facilities to monitor post-care.
• Participate in access center community education programs.
• Support the mission, philosophy, and goals of KSOSN and work cooperatively as a team member.
• Participate in Clinical Quality Improvement activities to improve patient care and costs.
• Use personal protective equipment properly and follow aseptic technique, hand hygiene, and environmental infection-control measures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.