Long Term Acute Care (RN)
Akron, OH
HumanEdge Travel Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (RN) - Night Shift (PRN)

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Job Summary

• Deliver quality nursing care by following individualized nursing care plans.
• Supervise Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), and orientees.
• Perform nursing assessments within 8 hours of patient admission.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to identify teaching needs and goals.
• Provide timely patient information for team conferences and document all assessments and interventions accurately.
• Participate in patient rehabilitation programs and discharge planning starting from 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 staff to meet patient needs effectively.

Required Skills and Certifications

• BLS Certification (required before first shift)
• ACLS Certification (required before first shift for CIRH only)
• Previous LTAC (Long-Term Acute Care) experience (required)
• Minimum 2 years bedside clinical experience (highly desired)
• Prior experience working for the organization (highly desired)

Specialty Experience

• Minimum 2 years bedside clinical experience required (higher value from description)

Prior Travel Experience

• Not explicitly required

Work Environment and Values

• Emphasis on patient and employee safety, including safe patient handling, infectious disease precautions, and workplace hazard awareness.
• Commitment to core values such as quality, respect, teamwork, resourcefulness, and results orientation.
• Focus on maintaining a safe and supportive work environment for staff and patients.