Travel Nurse RN - Pediatric Med Surg
Portales, NM
LanceSoft
3x12 hrs, Nights

Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization Perform patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient s age. Perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. This includes: pediatric, geriatric and the general patient population. Ability to revise standard of care as indicated by the patient s response to treatment and evaluate overall plan daily for effectiveness. Formulate a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate. Assess and reassess pain management techniques utilized. Educate the patient and family regarding pain management. Demonstrate ability to perform treatments and provide services to level licensure. Communicate appropriately and clearly to Nurse Manager, co-workers, and physicians. Consult other departments as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient s needs. Provide care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including: pediatric, geriatric and general population. Demonstrate an ability to assist physicians with procedures and perform services requiring technical and manual skills. Demonstrate an ability to be flexible, organized, and function in stressful situations. Treat patients and their families with respect and dignity Ensure patient confidentiality. Identify and address psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and family. Function as liaison between administration, patients, physicians and other healthcare providers. Interact professionally with patient/family and involve patient/family in the formation of the plan of care. Maintain a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments. Ensure that documentation meets current standards and policies. Identify and address psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicate with social service/discharge planner regarding both in hospital and post discharge needs. Manage and operate equipment safely and correctly. Coordinate and supervise patient care as necessary within licensure.