Long Term Acute Care (RN)
Newport News, VA
HumanEdge Travel Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Night Shift)

Job Summary

• Deliver superior quality nursing care following established care plans.
• Perform nursing assessments within 8 hours of patient admission.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to identify teaching needs and goals.
• Provide timely and accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, and patient responses.
• Participate in patient rehabilitation programs and discharge planning from 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 team building.
• Manage supplies and equipment to promote cost-effective care.
• Assume charge nurse responsibilities after orientation as requested.
• Pursue ongoing professional development and continuing education.
• Prioritize activities and staff to meet patient needs effectively.

Required Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• BLS Certification required prior to first shift.
• ACLS Certification required prior to first shift (for CIRH only).
• Minimum 2 years of bedside clinical experience.
• Experience in PCU, Critical Care, or Step-Down units required.

Contract Length

• Approximately 52 weeks (1 year).

Additional Notes

• Emphasis on patient and employee safety, including safe patient handling, infection control, and workplace hazard awareness.
• Expected to follow hospital standards for personal appearance, attendance, and punctuality.
• Ability to provide calm leadership and reassurance in the unit environment.