Long Term Acute Care (RN)
Madison, WI
HumanEdge Travel Healthcare
1x12 hrs, Nights

Registered Nurse (RN) Opportunity

Job Overview

• Maintain delivery of quality nursing care by ensuring the nursing care plan is followed.
• Supervise Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), and orientees.
• Participate actively in patient rehabilitation programs on assigned units.
• Perform nursing assessments within 8 hours of patient admission to develop individualized care plans.
• Identify patient teaching needs and goals in collaboration with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Provide timely patient information for initial and weekly team conferences.
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately and promptly.
• Initiate discharge planning and patient teaching from day of admission.
• Communicate changes in patient status to care providers to ensure continuity and safety.
• Provide direction, training, and supervision to ancillary nursing personnel.
• Ensure personal and environmental safety according to hospital policies.
• Contribute positively to unit functioning and participate in team-building activities.
• Maintain communication with management regarding supplies, equipment, and training needs.
• Assume charge nurse responsibilities after orientation as requested.
• Pursue professional growth through continuing education and self-study.
• Prioritize activities and manage time and staff effectively to meet patient needs.

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Requirements & Skills

• BLS Certification required prior to first shift.
• ACLS Certification required prior to first shift (for certain roles).
• Minimum of 2 years bedside clinical experience highly desired.

Core Values & Safety Focus

• Deliver superior quality care.
• Treat others with respect and kindness.
• Be results-oriented and team players.
• Be resourceful in overcoming obstacles.
• Prioritize patient and employee safety, including:

  • Safe patient handling
  • Materials handling
  • Infectious disease precautions
  • Prevention of slips, trips, and falls
  • Maintaining a safe work environment

This position emphasizes patient safety, teamwork, and professional development within a supportive healthcare environment.