Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Slidell, LA
Talent4Health
3x12 hrs, Days

Responsibilities

• Effectively use the nursing process in the delivery of patient care.
• Assess learning needs and implement teaching strategies appropriate for the diverse needs of the patient, family, and other groups or disciplines.
• Communicate, delegate, and manage nursing team resources (human and fiscal) properly and serve as a leader and partner on the interdisciplinary team.
• Use data, information, and knowledge to evaluate and promote change in order to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Embrace concepts and behaviors that enhance customer satisfaction and employee morale and improvement in the profession of nursing.
• Adapt behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions, and communication style.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Maintain involvement in activities aimed toward the achievement of unit and department strategic goals and objectives.
• Demonstrate professional responsibility and accountability for own practice and support the company's philosophy of nursing.
• Effectively delegate, direct, and assist licensed and ancillary team members.
• Assume accountability for quality patient outcomes.
• Exhibit sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity in all interactions.
• The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
• Comply with the employer's Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

Experience Requirements

• 2+ years of experience.
• May float to Med Surg

License & Certifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in state of practice.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Preferred: Certification in clinical specialty area.

Education Requirements

• Required: Registered Nurse diploma.
• Preferred: Associate or Bachelor's degree in Nursing.