Travel Nurse RN - Endoscopy - $2,266 per week in State College, PA

TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Endoscopy RN in State College, Pennsylvania, 16803!

Pay Information

$2,266 per week

About The Position

Job Title : Perioperative RN

Profession : RN

Specialty : Perioperative

Duration : 13 weeks

Shift : Day Shift

Hours per Shift : 8

Experience : Minimum 2 years

License : Active RN license

Certifications : BLS, ACLS

Must-Have :

• IV therapy skills
• Knowledge of diagnostic measures

Description :

Pre and post-procedural RN for Endoscopy Unit, Monday to Friday, 8-hour day shift, no call, no weekends.

Assesses and responds to the individual physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of the patient through personal observation and interaction.

Acts as a patient advocate.

Utilizes professional nursing skills and judgment; takes action to implement nursing care and treat the problems identified.

Communicates patient assessments to the appropriate individuals, ensuring the coordination of patient care.

Demonstrates knowledge of diagnostic measures such as labs, radiology, and EKG.

Demonstrates skills in IV therapy.

Transcribes and implements physicians' orders accurately and in a timely manner while admitting patients to the surgical center efficiently.

Documents in the patient clinical records via computer with accuracy and in a timely manner.

Checks the required information on the patient record to comply with the correct surgical procedures.

Completes the final review of the patient record to ensure all paperwork and activities, such as site marking, are complete and that the anesthesiologist has spoken to the patient and family.

Provides appropriate and knowledgeable instruction / education to the patients and their families.

Decrements supplies according to policy.

Utilizes supplies, equipment, and resources to contain costs without compromising patient care.

Assists with housekeeping duties, such as cleaning and making beds, as needed for patients.

Uses knowledge and critical thinking to assess and give appropriate nursing care.

Recognizes patients' needs; maintains airway, monitors vital signs, utilizes correct medication to control pain, and consults with the surgeon and anesthesiologist if any difficulties arise that affect the patient.

Evaluates patients' status using discharge criteria.

When functioning as a float nurse, maintains communications between all areas and is available to assist staff as needed to maintain flow.

Relieves staff for breaks and lunch in a timely manner and utilizes staff in a cost-effective manner.

Performs other duties as assigned.

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Job Requirements

Required for Onboarding

About Cynet Health

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