Med/Surg - Travel RN - Santa Fe, NM - $1,829 per week - 26441084
: Job Details :

Patient Care:

• Provide direct patient care, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing interventions.
• Monitor and document patients' vital signs, symptoms, and conditions, and report any changes to the appropriate healthcare team members.
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapies as prescribed by the physician.
• Ensure patient safety by following clinical protocols, infection control measures, and providing appropriate interventions to prevent complications.
• Assist with procedures and treatments in various departments, depending on patient needs and unit assignments.

Adaptability Across Units:

• Work in different patient care settings, adjusting to the needs of diverse patient populations and departments (e.g., med-surg, ICU, ED, pediatrics, labor and delivery).
• Quickly familiarize oneself with unit-specific protocols, equipment, and workflows.
• Collaborate with unit teams, providing support wherever staffing shortages or increased patient volume occur.
• Be flexible with shifting between units and adapting to the varied demands of different patient care areas.

Collaboration with Healthcare Teams:

• Work closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, other nurses, and healthcare support staff to deliver optimal patient care.
• Participate in patient rounds, provide updates on patient conditions, and assist in care planning and delivery.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team to ensure continuity of care, informed consent, and patient education.

Patient Education:

• Educate patients and families about diagnosis, treatment plans, medications, and self-care post-discharge.
• Provide emotional support to patients and families, especially in acute or complex situations.
• Ensure patients understand their care plans and are prepared for any necessary procedures or discharge instructions.

Clinical Documentation:

• Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of patient assessments, treatments, medications, and care plans in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Ensure that all patient records are compliant with hospital policies, legal requirements, and confidentiality standards (e.g., HIPAA).

Infection Control and Safety:

• Adhere to infection control guidelines, including proper hand hygiene, personal protective equipment (PPE) use, and sterilization practices.
• Ensure a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors by following safety protocols and reporting hazards.

Emergency and Critical Care Support:

• Respond quickly to emergency situations (e.g., code blue, trauma) and provide necessary life-saving interventions.
• Work under pressure, especially in fast-paced environments, to provide critical care to patients in emergency departments, ICUs, or other high-acuity areas.
• Be prepared to manage and prioritize a high caseload, particularly during staffing shortages or high patient volumes.

Staffing Support and Flexibility:

• Serve as a flexible resource for departments experiencing staff shortages or increased patient volume.
• Assist with staffing gaps due to absences, vacations, or high patient acuity, while maintaining high standards of patient care.
• Maintain flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends, nights, and holidays, depending on unit needs.