Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical - $2,248 per week in Oklahoma City, OK

Job Title : Medical Surgical Registered Nurse Profession : RN Specialty : Medical Surgical Duration : 13 weeks Shift : Nights Hours per Shift : 36 hours per week Experience : Minimum 1 year of experience License : Current RN License issued by the appropriate state board Certifications : Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association Must-Have : - Associate's Degree in Nursing from an accredited program - Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, techniques, and procedures - Ability to organize, plan, coordinate, and evaluate nursing services - Ability to maintain good working relationships with other staff - Good verbal and written communication skills - Ability to respond effectively to cultural and language needs of patients Description : Under general supervision, provides nursing care to a variety of patients with health problems ranging from simple to complex. Assumes responsibility for an assigned group of patients. Documents patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments. Notes all changes in physician orders for assigned patients. Assists physicians in the examination of patients and in performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatments. Obtains and monitors physiological data of patients. Observes the physiological manifestations of patients and intervenes when necessary. Administers medication as prescribed. Initiates, regulates, and monitors intravenous infusions and blood products. Delivers patient care competently. Interacts with family and patients in sharing care plans during hospitalization and at discharge. Informs patients and families of hospital procedures. Makes referrals regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel. Delegates tasks to support staff. Performs other duties as assigned.