Travel Medical-Surgical / Orthopedics RN

Job Description

eTeam Inc is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Berkeley, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Med Surg
• Discipline : RN
• Start Date : 11 / 10 / 2025
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift : 12 hours
• Employment Type : Travel

MS RN Needed for Medical Surgical / Orthopedics Department :

Shift : 3 / 12s - 0700 -1930

Certification Requirements : BLS

Weekend Requirements : every other week

Any On Call? No

Floating : May float to other units within scope of practice Depending on need / census, may float to Hawthorne or Herrick Campus The expectation is for all travel nurses to be flexible with floating to different campuses or within the hospital. Travelers can anticipate a notice of 1.5hrs prior to shift start time in most cases. There is a shuttle provided if floating is requested.

Job Duties :

"Applying the principles of the nursing process and working within the policies / procedures of the Patient Care Services Department and the Medical Center, the staff nurse is a registered nurse (RN) who, as the patient's primary nurse, is responsible and accountable for :

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES :

o Plans / coordinates delivery of care to maximize efficient care delivery ensuring the safety, comfort, personal hygiene and protection of patients and maintaining a safe environment

o Sets priorities for and provides patient care in routine and complex situations

o Serves as liaison between nursing and medical staff to facilitate collaborative approach to patient care

o Coordinates involvement of patient, physician, family and other health team members to manage patient care, hospital resources and services to achieve optimal level of patient care

o Sets priorities, initiates and directs emergency interventions in a calm, efficient and competent manner

o Administers treatments, medications and performs nursing skills in a timely manner

o Maintains current knowledge of patient care status and monitors patient's perception of care through clinical rounds

o Assures physicians are informed of significant changes in patient's condition

o Analyzes, inputs and integrates the patient acuity levels in accurate and timely manner

o Demonstrates knowledge and ability to effectively interact with patient population served

Assessment

o Completes nursing assessment (coordinates completion of other required screening assessments) within 24 hours of admission

o Ensures nursing process is carried out on an individualized goal-directed basis to meet all patient needs including patient assessment (including pain, age-appropriate factors), patient care plans, patient / family education, discharge planning, disease prevention and restorative measures

o Observes patient’s physical condition and behavior, interprets information and ensures patient's acuity levels are identified / documented

o Identifies, observes and monitors patients at risk for untoward events and implements precautions / activities to reduce the risk and avoid events

o Modifies the plan, as appropriate, in collaboration with patient / family, physician and other disciplines

Planing

o Develops / implements plan of care and timely interventions based on patient / family interview, observation, chart review and consultation with other health team members

o Documents / communicates patient assessment, plan of care, outcomes and other pertinent information with other health team members

o Modifies plan, communicates and initiates follow-up activities as appropriate

Education / Teaching

Delegation / coordination / supervision of team

o Clarifies role responsibilities and expectations; provides clinical performance coaching and counseling as needed

o Directs, oversees and evaluates the care delegated to other patient care team members

o Facilitates conflict resolution and follow-up with patients, families, physicians, team members and other disciplines

o Collaborates with physicians and other disciplines to manage patient care, hospital resources and services

o Functions as a team member and assumes delegated responsibilities that contribute to team, unit, department and hospital objectives

o Provides clinical input to management as needed

o Participates in clinical staff performance evaluations

o Assists with department orientation and continuing education of staff

Patient Advocacy

Role Model

Professional development

Other Functions & Duties

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE :

Demonstrates working knowledge of patient care techniques, medications, treatments and general health care procedures

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work in fast-paced environment with changing priorities.

Ability to :

Shift : Day 3x12-Hour (07 : 00 - 19 : 30)

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eTeam Inc Job ID #26530727. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical

About eTeam Inc

eTeam was formed in 1999 with the goal of becoming the company of choice for clients, talent and staffing professionals. Today, we’re one of the fastest-growing global companies and ranked as one of the best companies to work for by Staffing Industry Analysts. We aspire everyday to do quality work for our clients and help our talent work at some of the most amazing companies.

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