Long Term Acute Care (RN)
Columbus, OH
HumanEdge Travel Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days

Registered Nurse (RN) Travel Assignment

Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Overview

• Deliver superior quality nursing care following established care plans.
• Perform nursing assessments on all patients within 8 hours of admission.
• Develop individualized plans of care based on assessments.
• Identify patient teaching needs and collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Provide timely patient information for team conferences and document all assessments and interventions accurately.
• Participate in patient rehabilitation programs and provide direct patient care using the nursing process.
• 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.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 2 years bedside clinical experience (highly desired).
• Certifications:

  • BLS Certification required prior to first shift.
  • ACLS Certification required prior to first shift (for certain roles).
• Ability to supervise Licensed Practical Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, and orientees.
• Commitment to patient and employee safety, including safe patient handling and infection control.
• Adherence to hospital guidelines on appearance, attendance, and punctuality.

Key Competencies

• Strong assessment and clinical decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork.
• Ability to provide education and support to patients and families.
• Leadership and delegation skills.
• Focus on safety and quality patient outcomes.

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.
• Emphasis on safety culture and teamwork within the healthcare environment.