Long Term Acute Care (RN)
Jackson, TN
HumanEdge Travel Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days

Registered Nurse (RN) Travel Opportunity

Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Overview

• Deliver superior quality nursing care following established care plans.
• 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 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 the 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

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN)
• 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 CIRH only)
• Prior Travel Experience: Not explicitly required

Work Environment & Values

• Commitment to patient and employee safety with a focus on safe patient handling, infectious disease control, and workplace hazard awareness.
• Emphasis on teamwork, resourcefulness, and achieving results.
• Adherence to hospital guidelines on personal appearance, attendance, and punctuality.
• Supportive environment encouraging professional development and quality patient outcomes.