Long Term Acute Care (RN)
Battle Creek, MI
HumanEdge Travel Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

Registered Nurse (RN) Opportunity

Job Overview

• Deliver superior quality nursing care aligned with organizational core values.
• Prioritize patient and employee safety through adherence to safety policies and proactive hazard reporting.
• Perform nursing assessments within 8 hours of patient admission to develop individualized care plans.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to identify teaching needs and goals.
• Provide timely patient status updates during initial and weekly team conferences.
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately and promptly.
• Participate actively in patient rehabilitation programs on assigned units.
• Initiate discharge planning and patient teaching from day of admission.
• Communicate changes in patient status effectively to ensure continuity of care.
• Provide direction, training, and supervision to ancillary nursing personnel.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients and staff in accordance with hospital policies.
• Contribute positively to unit functioning and team building.
• Manage supplies, equipment needs, and clinical training communication with management.
• Assume charge nurse responsibilities after orientation as requested.
• Pursue ongoing professional development and continuing education.
• Prioritize and plan activities for effective use of time and staff.

Contract Length

• Approximately 13 weeks

Requirements & Skills

• BLS Certification required prior to first shift
• ACLS Certification required prior to first shift (for CIRH positions)
• Minimum of 2 years bedside clinical experience highly desired
• Ability to supervise Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), and orientees

Work Environment & Expectations

• Adhere to hospital standards for personal appearance, attendance, and punctuality.
• Embrace a team-oriented, results-driven approach.
• Maintain calm and provide reassurance to staff, patients, and families.
• Deliver care in a cost-effective manner while promoting quality patient outcomes.