Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical - $2,253 per week in Oklahoma City, OK

Job Title: Medical Surgical RN Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: Medical Surgical Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Nights Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: 1 year of experience required License: Current RN License issued by the state or a current multistate compact RN License Certifications: Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association Must-Have: - Associate's Degree in Nursing from an accredited program Description: Under general supervision, provides nursing care to a variety of patients with health problems ranging from simple to complex. Assumes responsibility for an assigned group of patients. Documents patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments. Notes all changes in physician order for assigned patients. Assists physician in the examination of patients and in performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatment. Obtains and monitors physiological data of patients. Observes physiological manifestations of patients and intervenes when necessary. Administers medication as prescribed. Initiates, regulates, and monitors intravenous infusions and blood products. Delivers patient care competently. Interacts with family and patient in sharing care plan while in the hospital and at discharge. Informs patient and family of hospital procedures. Makes referrals regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel. Delegates tasks to support staff. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, techniques, and procedures is required. Ability to organize, plan, coordinate, and evaluate nursing services. Ability to maintain good working relationships with others. Good verbal and written communication skills are essential. Ability to respond effectively to the cultural and language needs of patients and visitors. Basic computer skills are necessary.