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

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Night Shift)

Job Summary

• Provide high-quality nursing care by following individualized nursing care plans.
• Perform nursing assessments within 8 hours of patient admission.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to identify teaching needs and goals.
• 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.
• Supervise and provide direction to Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), and orientees.
• Maintain personal and environmental safety according to hospital policies.
• Contribute positively to unit functioning and participate in team-building activities.
• Manage supplies, equipment, and clinical 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.

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Required Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required prior to first shift
• Minimum 2 years bedside clinical experience highly desired

Work Environment & Values

• Commitment to patient and employee safety
• Emphasis on teamwork, respect, and resourcefulness
• Focus on safe patient handling, infection control, and workplace safety

Additional Notes

• Night shift position
• Supervisory responsibilities over ancillary nursing personnel