Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Midland, MI
Wellspring Nurse Source
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

This position requires the ability to assess, implement, and monitor patient care for outpatients assigned to observation status.

Responsibilities

• Regularly assess patient needs: Provide skilled nursing services as prescribed by the physician's authorized plan of care, adhering to accepted standards of nursing practice. (30%)
• Direct patient care: Administer medications, perform treatments, respond to call lights, assist with patient transfers, and attend to alarm alerts. (30%)
• Evaluate treatment effectiveness: Assess the treatment plan's effectiveness and collaborate with the healthcare team to update or revise the plan as necessary, utilizing current information to enhance patient care. (20%)
• Process physician orders: Accurately and efficiently process physician/provider orders and complete assigned care tasks in a timely manner. (10%)
• Follow up on medication changes: Manage and clarify any changes in medications as necessary. (10%)

Qualifications

• 2+ years of observation experience.
• Epic EMR experience is preferred.
• Current and active Michigan nursing license.
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.

Work Requirements

• 36-hour weekly guarantee.
• Availability to work every other weekend.
• No on-call requirements.