Long Term Acute Care (RN)
Bristol, TN
HumanEdge Travel Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Night Shift)

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Job Summary

• Deliver 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.
• 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.

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 highly desired.

Key Competencies

• Strong assessment and documentation skills.
• Ability to supervise and delegate to nursing support staff.
• Effective communication and teamwork.
• Commitment to patient and employee safety.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.