Travel Nurse RN - Endoscopy - $2,921 per week
Company: Nationwide Therapy Group
Location: Iowa City
Posted on: March 19, 2023
Job Description:
Nationwide Therapy Group is seeking a travel nurse RN Endoscopy
for a travel nursing job in Iowa City, Iowa. Job Description &
Requirements
- Specialty: Endoscopy
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 04/10/2023
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: TravelID: 7 Shift: Monday through Friday day
hours plus call hours (5- 8 hours shifts) Description: Monday
through Friday (5 days a week, 8 hour shifts)day hours plus call
hoursBLS, ACLS, NIHSS requiredBasic Job Function and
ResponsibilitiesTo assume the responsibilities and accountability
of a clinically proficient nurse for promoting and assuring patient
centered care. To integrate professional abilities for the overall
planning, delivery, coordination and evaluation of patient care.
Promotes the Mission, Vision and Values of the organization. Job
Duties/Performance ExpectationsObtains a comprehensive admission
history, performs physical assessment per unit policy and
demonstrates integrated assessment abilities. a. Differentiates
variations of normal and abnormal assessment findings. b. Analyzes
and prioritizes abnormal findings. Initiates appropriate response.
c. Anticipates actual or potential problems or health concerns in
the hospital and/or home setting.Demonstrates ongoing assessment of
patient s psychosocial, physiological and educational process per
unit policy. a. Anticipates, recognizes and documents subtle
changes in patient s physical and mental status. b. Integrates
analysis of diagnostic information in patient assessment and care.
c. Analyzes ongoing assessments to determine patient s and/or
significant other s learning and discharge needs.Integrates
assessment data and formulates an individualized nursing diagnosis
according to the Department of Nursing s policies and
procedures.Formulates an individualized plan of care based on
standards of care and practice and hospital/unit policies. a.
Identifies and focuses on the physical, emotional, spiritual,
cultural, learning and discharge planning needs of the patient and
significant other(s). b. Develops, interprets and correlates
realistic goals and orders which will maintain or improve patient
health status. c. Discusses and disseminates information concerning
patient plan of care with members of the interdisciplinary health
care team. d. Participates in ongoing discharge planning with
members of the interdisciplinary health care team.Modifies
individualized plan of care based on ongoing assessment and changes
in patient status. a. Re-evaluates current goals and priorities for
action. b. Appropriately coordinates holistic care. c. Anticipates
and manages changing situations.Administers prescribed treatments
and medications promptly according to hospital policies and
procedures.Guides and provides functional supervision of ancillary
staff while maintaining accountability for patient care. Assists
and guides peers with patient care decisions.Recognizes and
questions unsafe, incorrect or inadequate orders. Intervenes to
clarify patient order.Utilizes opportunities during the delivery of
patient care to teach the patient information necessary to attain
the optimal level of self care. a. Recognizes patient s readiness
to learn. b. Develops and enhances an individualized teaching plan
in conjunction with the patient s needs. c. Utilizes available
teaching materials and support groups, etc.; formulates
instructional material as needed. d. Reinforces teaching done by
other members of the interdisciplinary health care team.Evaluates
patient s responses to care and comprehension of education. a.
Monitors response to intervention and progress towards goals. b.
Evaluates the effectiveness of patient care provided by ancillary
nursing personnel.Documents all aspects of the nursing process in a
legible, concise, clear and timely manner utilizing appropriate
hospital forms or technology and terminology.Involves patient and
significant other(s) in all aspects of the nursing process. a. Acts
as a patient advocate and respects the rights and confidentiality
of patients. b. Promotes communication and relays information in a
clear manner. Utilizes information and communication systems
effectively. c. Understands and acts within the guidelines for
addressing ethical concerns.Demonstrates sound judgment with the
Nursing Process based upon critical thinking skills and a problem
solving approach. a. Organizes, prioritizes and demonstrates
accountability for nursing care. b. Demonstrates sensitivity to
strengths and limitations of peers. Offers praise, direction and
evaluation as needed. c. Recognizes own limitations, seeks
assistance and takes corrective action as needed.Anticipates and
takes proper action in emergency and complex patient care
situations.Participates in performance improvement activities and
utilizes recommendations in patient care delivery.Understands and
acts within the guidelines as defined in the Department of Nursing
organizational structure. Utilizes chain of command and appropriate
communication procedures.Performs other related duties as
assigned.Job Requirements: EducationGraduation from an accredited
school of nursing and active nursing license -
RequiredCertification(s), Licensure(s) & Registration(s)Must
possess current RN licensure in the State of Iowa or compact state
- Required Current Basic Life Support validation or successfully
complete Basic Life Support (BLS) course- Required Position
Urgency:Rapid Response Crisis Billing string = Medefis Guaranteed
Hours: Contract Weeks:91Nationwide Therapy Group Job ID . Pay
package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject
to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
About Nationwide Therapy Group NTG is a proud partner with
healthcare professionals across the country. We are Joint
Commission certified, and specialize in staffing all areas of
nursing, therapy, and allied health in all 50 states. Our focus is
YOU the traveler! Our goal is to help you find the perfect
opportunity through some of the best recruiters in the business. We
want to provide an agency experience that is easy and stress-free
so you can focus on what you do best providing exceptional care to
your patients! Benefits
- Holiday Pay
- Weekly pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Referral bonus
- License and certification reimbursement
- Dental benefits
Keywords: Nationwide Therapy Group, Iowa City , Travel Nurse RN - Endoscopy - $2,921 per week, Healthcare , Iowa City, Iowa
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