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

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (PRN - Night)

Job Summary

• Maintain delivery of quality nursing care by following the nursing care plan.
• 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.
• 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 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 plan effective use of time and staff to meet patient needs.

Required Certifications and Experience

• BLS Certification required prior to first shift.
• ACLS Certification required prior to first shift (for CIRH only).
• Minimum 2 years of bedside clinical experience required.

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Additional Notes

• Emphasis on patient and employee safety, including safe patient handling, infection control, and workplace hazard awareness.
• Expected to adhere to hospital standards for personal appearance, attendance, and punctuality.
• Must demonstrate competency in nursing skills according to population served criteria.
• Charge nurse responsibilities may be assigned after orientation.