Travel Nurse RN - Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma - $2,344 per week in Urbana, IL

Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: RN UP Specialty: Emergency Department Duration: 13 Weeks Shift: Night Hours per Shift: 12 Hours Experience: Minimum three (3) years of relevant nursing experience License: State RN License in good standing Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS Must-Have: EPIC experience required Description: The staff Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame. This role requires providing care to these patients using the nursing process, nursing trends, technology, financial and human resources within the philosophy of the institution. Performs all responsibilities and duties required by the unit as specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team. Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops an appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards based on patient and family needs. Implements the plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies the plan of care based on continuous evaluation. Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents. Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers. Confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solutions. Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies. Implements procedures and theories specific to emergency department nursing. Performs patient assessment and develops care plans in collaboration with providers, family, and patients. Executes plan of care and nursing interventions. Modifies care plan based on continuous assessment. Responsible for patient and staff safety through appropriate nursing interventions. Adheres to safety standards and corrects or reports safety hazards. Effectively communicates and collaborates with staff, visitors, and families to promote a healthy and healing work environment. Maintains accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation.