Long Term Acute Care (RN)
Madison, WI
HumanEdge Travel Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

Registered Nurse (RN) Opportunity

Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Overview

• Deliver superior quality nursing care following established care plans.
• Supervise Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), and orientees.
• Perform nursing assessments within 8 hours of patient admission to develop individualized care plans.
• Identify patient teaching needs and collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• 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 to care providers to ensure continuity and safety.
• Provide direction, training, and supervision to ancillary nursing personnel.
• Ensure personal and environmental safety in compliance with 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 ongoing professional development and continuing education.
• Prioritize activities and manage time and staff effectively to meet patient needs.

Safety Focus

• Commitment to patient and employee safety as a top priority.
• Adherence to safety policies including safe patient handling, materials handling, infection control, and fall prevention.
• Promote a safe work environment by identifying hazards and reporting risks promptly.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 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

• Deliver superior quality care.
• Treat others with respect and dignity.
• Be results-oriented and achieve objectives.
• Work collaboratively as a team player.
• Demonstrate resourcefulness in overcoming obstacles.

This role is ideal for experienced RNs committed to quality patient care, safety, and professional growth in a supportive team environment.