Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $2,074 per week in Springfield, MO

Job Title : RN Profession : Registered Nurse Specialty : Step Down Duration : 13 weeks Shift : Nights Hours per Shift : 12 Experience : 1 year License : Current RN License Certifications : BLS and ACLS from AHA only Must-Have Skills / Experience : 1 year Step Down / PCU experience, inpatient only Description : Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care. Maintains professional accountability for the provision of patient care. Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers. Coordinates patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with established guidelines of nursing practice. Performs direct patient care activities for all age groups, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Monitors and coordinates patient care activities with ancillary departments to optimize patient care and comfort. Functions within the scope of nursing preparation. Meets unit specific physical demands. Significant bending and stooping, as well as lifting and turning patients with assistance are required. May be required to work differing schedules, shifts, days of the week, or frequency according to patient care requirements. High risk exposure to blood and body fluids is present. Physical demands include pushing, pulling, and gripping up to 50 lbs., pinching up to 15 lbs., kneeling, crouching, and crawling minimally. Maintains professional accountability for the provision of patient care. Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers. Coordinates patient care in conjunction with other departments. Performs duties and responsibilities in accordance with established standards and service standards.