Long Term Acute Care (RN)
Madison, WI
HumanEdge Travel Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

Registered Nurse (PRN - Night)

Job Summary

• Deliver superior quality nursing care following established nursing care plans.
• Perform nursing assessments within 8 hours of patient admission to develop individualized care plans.
• Identify patient teaching needs and collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Provide timely patient information for team conferences and document all assessments, interventions, and patient responses 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.
• Maintain personal and environmental safety according to policies.
• Contribute positively to unit functioning and participate in team-building activities.
• Maintain communication with management regarding service needs and supplies.
• 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.
• BLS Certification required prior to first shift.
• Minimum of 2 years bedside clinical experience highly desired.

Additional Information

• This is a PRN (as-needed) night shift position.
• Supervisory responsibilities include overseeing Licensed Practical Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, and orientees.