RN Med/Surg & Step Down
Oklahoma City, OK
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,171/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration12 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (2 years)
- Definitive Observation Unit Nurse, Progressive Care Nurse, Telemetry Nurse, Medical Surgical Nurse, Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse, Surgical Stepdown Nurse, Stepdown Nurse or Intermediate Care Nurse (2 years)
- Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing
Description
Registered Nurse - Medicine Specialty
Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Employment Type: Direct Care Registered Nurse
Shift: Med/Surg and Step Down required; may be floated to any area of the hospital
Hours: 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Description
Provide nursing care under general supervision to patients with a range of health problems from simple to complex. Responsibilities include:
- Managing an assigned group of patients
- Documenting patient responses and changes in physician orders
- Assisting physicians with examinations and minor diagnostic procedures
- Monitoring physiological data and intervening as needed
- Administering medications, intravenous infusions, and blood products
- Delivering competent patient care
- Communicating care plans and hospital procedures to patients and families
- Making referrals for patient care needs
- Delegating tasks to support staff
Required Qualifications
Experience
- Minimum 1 year of Step Down experience within the last year
- Med Surg experience
Education
- Associate of Science in Nursing or Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited program
Licensure & Certifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Oklahoma
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
Employer
Access Healthcare
Access Healthcare aims to provide superior service to our nursing family by providing around the clock support, competitive pay packages and an unmatched benefits package! Unlike other agencies, we offer a true family feel and work with you to find the placement that is right for you. We offer one of the top leading pay packages in the industry and we are ready to get you the money you deserve!
Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!
About Oklahoma City, OK
As a Travel Stepdown Nurse in Oklahoma City, OK here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Oklahoma City is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average high: 93°F, average low: 71°F.
- Winter average high: 49°F, average low: 28°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Oklahoma City.
- Oklahoma City is car-friendly, and public transportation options include buses and a streetcar system.
- The city has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and related conditions.
- Oklahoma City has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Oklahoma City offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, music venues, and sports events.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy parks, lakes, and hiking trails.
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