Travel Nurse RN - Cardiovascular Unit - $2,786 per week in Springfield, MO

Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: RN Specialty: Cardiovascular Surgery Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Days Hours per Shift: 10 hours Experience: Minimum of 1 year License: Current RN License eligible for licensure in the state Certifications: BLS and ACLS from AHA only Must-Have: Open Heart and Thoracic procedures experience Description: Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care. Maintains professional accountability for 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 organizational mission and values. 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 and consistent with established guidelines of nursing practice. Demonstrates skill in human relations and communications. Must have demonstrated clinical expertise in their area of responsibility. Physical demands include standing and walking most of the time, lifting and pushing patients on stretchers and in wheelchairs. Usually works in a clean, air-conditioned area. Physical requirements include pushing, pulling, and gripping up to 50 lbs., pinching up to 15 lbs., kneeling, crouching, and minimal crawling.