Travel Nurse RN - Long-Term Care - $2,126 per week in Saint Louis, MO

JOB SUMMARY : The Registered Nurse is responsible for rendering nursing care to patients utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation and evaluation; and effectively interacts with patients, significant others and other health team members while maintaining standards of professional nursing. This position requires the Healthcare Professional (HCP) to be able to respond to last minute, emergency and disaster needs as well as long term staffing assignments. REPORTS TO : Responsible to the charge nurse / supervisor on the specific unit assigned. QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE : To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required. Must adhere to all local, State and Federal regulations and be held to the Joint Commission’s standards. Computer experience, ability to participate in electronic self-scheduling. Ability to communicate through electronic methods. Ability to handle a heavier patient load. Ability to work with minimal orientation. Ability to fill last minute needs – less than 12 hours notice. Knowledge of the terminology, theory, techniques and practices of professional nursing. Knowledge of medicines along with their effects, side effects and contraindications. Knowledge of machines and specialized equipment for special procedures. Knowledge to establish effective working relationships with physicians, patients and fellow workers. Knowledge to analyze facts and conditions and apply sound nursing principles in making decisions. Knowledge to follow technical procedures, use good judgment and utilize proper measures in the care of patients. Knowledge and ability to handle emergency situations. Knowledge to take charge of Code Blue situations until the physician arrives. Evidence of BLS credentials. Current, valid registered nurse license in state of practice. One year of nursing experience with six months of nursing experience in area of specialty applying. ESSENTIAL POSITION DUTIES : Conduct an individualized patient assessment, prioritizing the data collection based on the patient’s immediate condition or needs within timeframe specified by client facility’s policies, procedures or protocols. Conduct ongoing assessments as determined by the patient’s condition and / or the client facility’s policies, procedures or protocols and reprioritizes accordingly. Develop plan of care that is individualized for the patient reflecting collaboration with other members of the healthcare team. Perform appropriate treatments as ordered by physician in an accurate and timely manner. Perform therapeutic nursing interventions as established by individualized plan of care for the patient and his / her family. Provide individualized patient / family education customized to the patient and his / her family. Document patient assessment findings, physical / psychosocial responses to nursing intervention and progress toward problem resolution. Initiate emergency resuscitative measures according to protocols. Maintain confidentiality in matters related to patient, family and client facility staff. Provide care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to the patient’s and family’s diversity, preserving their autonomy, dignity and rights. Report patient condition to appropriate personnel during each shift. Perform all skills, treatment and procedures competently according to the scope of practice as defined in the Nurse Practice Act in the state of practice and adhere to the policies, procedures and protocols of the client facility. GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Must maintain patient confidentiality. Adhere to work and time schedules and policies. Participate in annual credentialing / compliance requirements to include Mandatory Educational Training. Adhere to nursing, facility and agency policies and procedures. Must provide quality patient care within scope of practice and by following established standards. Must understand that self-cancellations are not acceptable, a verbal commitment is a binding contract. Must be willing to float to areas within professional capacity. REASONING ABILITY : Must be dependable and make on the spot decisions regarding patient safety and care. PHYSICAL DEMANDS : Intermittent physical activity including walking, standing, sitting, lifting and supporting patients Must be able to physically perform up to a 12-hour shift if required Must be able to lift and transfer patients up to 6 inches from a stooped position, then push or pull the patient up to 3 feet. In addition, must be able to lift and transfer patients from a stooped to an upright position to accomplish bed-to-chair and chair-to-bed transfers. Must be able to physically apply up to 10 pounds of pressure to bleeding sites or in performing Perform visual activities involving objects, persons, and paperwork as well as discriminate depth and color perception Must be able to perform a patient assessment through visualization, direct and indirect auscultation, and detection of odors, palpitation, and percussion Discriminate between sharp / dull and hot / cold while using hands Respond and react immediately to auditory requests, instructions, monitor equipment, and perform auditory auscultation without auditory impediments Demonstrate dexterity and range of motion conducive to assisting patients and manipulating equipment without threatening or violating safety protocols Must be able to work at full professional capacity without restrictions WORK ENVIRONMENT : Work is normally performed in a healthcare facility environment. May be exposed to virus, disease and infection from patients and specimens in working environment. Scheduling is based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, AA, on-call). May experience traumatic situations including psychiatric, dismembered and deceased patients. EXTENUATING CIRCUMSTANCES MAY OCCUR WHICH CAUSE EXEMPTIONS TO THE ESTABLISHED STANDARDS. IF THIS OCCURS A FULL EXPLANATION IS REQUIRED. Performance evaluations are carried out by agency and facility personnel in a supervisory and administrative capacity over your work. I have reviewed this job description and acknowledge that I understand the responsibilities and am able to perform the essential functions and requirements as outlined. I further understand that I have had the opportunity to discuss any questions I have about this job description and requirements, and have done so, prior to signing this acknowledgment.