Travel Nurse RN - Endoscopy - $2,989 per week in Berkeley, CA

Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: GI Lab Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Day Hours per Shift: 12 hours (07:00 - 19:30) Experience: 2+ years License: Valid CA RN License Certifications: ACLS, BLS Must-Have: Strong background in complex gastroenterology studies such as ERCP cases. Description: The registered nurse is responsible for overall management of nursing care provided to patients. Assures competent, compassionate, and cost-effective patient care from admission to discharge. Ensures the safety, comfort, personal hygiene, and protection of patients. Performs disease prevention and restorative measures. Responds to medical and environmental emergencies. Plans and coordinates delivery of care to maximize efficiency. Sets priorities for and provides patient care in routine and complex situations. Serves as a liaison between nursing and medical staff to facilitate a collaborative approach to patient care. Coordinates involvement of patient, physician, family, and other health team members for optimal patient care. Initiates and directs emergency interventions competently and calmly. Exercises clinical judgment and critical thinking in nursing processes and activities. Administers treatments and performs nursing skills in a timely manner. Maintains current knowledge of patient care status. Monitors patient perceptions of care through clinical rounds. Communicates significant changes in patients’ conditions to physicians. Completes nursing assessments within 24 hours of admission. Carries out individualized, goal-directed nursing processes to meet patient needs. Observes and monitors patients at risk for untoward events and implements precautions. Evaluates the effectiveness of the plan of care through observation and communication. Modifies plans, as appropriate, in collaboration with patients, families, and other disciplines. Develops patient care plans in collaboration with patients, families, and the healthcare team. Documents and communicates patient assessments, care plans, and outcomes with health team members. Ensures a safe environment and delivers patient-centered care.