Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg / Telemetry - $1,871 per week in Saint Louis, MO

Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: RN Specialty: Med Surg Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Nights Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: 1 year License: Current RN License meeting eligibility criteria for licensure in the state Certifications: BLS from AHA required; ACLS from AHA preferred Must-Have Skills/Experience: 1 year of Med Surg experience in an inpatient setting Description: Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care. Maintains professional accountability for the 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 the mission, values, and service standards. 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 established guidelines of nursing practice. Must be available to work differing schedules, shifts, and days of the week according to patient care requirements. Meets unit-specific physical demands with significant bending, stooping, and lifting and turning patients with assistance. Involves high-risk exposure to blood and body fluids. Physical demands may include pushing, pulling, gripping up to 50 lbs., pinching up to 15 lbs., kneeling, crouching, and crawling minimally. Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care. Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care for patients post trauma, surgical interventions, and medical comorbidities. Evaluates the effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers. Coordinates patient care in alignment with other departments. Maintains confidentiality and patient rights. Performs responsibilities consistent with established service standards.