TravelNurseSource is working with Prime Staffing to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in New York City, New York, 10037!
ID: 64373557 Shift: 7:00 AM-7:30 PM med/surg position in holding unit - for admitted stable patient in ED holding area f Description: Job may include but are not limited to:-Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care plans in consultation with healthcare professionals.-Evaluating medical information, as well as providing direct and individualized bedside nursing care to pre-and post-surgery patients.-Preparing, administering and recording prescribed medications.-Changing dressings, inserting catheters, and starting IVs.-Adjusting specialized medical equipment as needed, as well as interpreting and recording measurements.-Monitoring patients' vitals and reporting adverse reactions to medications in a timely manner.-Collaborating on discharge planning with the healthcare team.-Answering questions and educating patients and their families on surgical procedures and post-surgery care.-Maintaining and updating patient files, medical charts, and health records.-Adhering to best nursing practices, standards, and protocols. Schedule position in holding unit - for admitted stable patient in ED holding area for med/surgSkills: Required Skills & Experience:-Acute Facilities: Minimum two (2) years Med/Surg experience in a large acute care hospital setting. The most recent experience should be within the past year.-Post Acute Facilities: Minimum two (2) years Med/Surg experience in either Post Acute Facility or acute care hospital setting. The most recent experience should be within the past year.-Physical assessment.-Medication administration.-Wound care & Infection control-IV therapy.-Post-operative care.-Patient education.-Telemetry monitoring.Preferred Skills & Experience:-EPIC EMR experience. Required Skills: [ "WOUND CARE", "MED/SURG NURSING", "PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT", "MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION", "INFECTION CONTROL"] Additional Skills: [ "POST-OPERATIVE CARE", "PATIENT EDUCATION", "EPIC EMR", "TELEMETRY MONITORING", "IV THERAPY"]Education: Required Education:-Associates Degree in Nursing from an accredited educational institute.Preferred Education:-N/ARequired Certification & Licensure:-New York State RN License & Primary Source Verification.-AHA BLS.-AHA ACLS (Queens only).Preferred Certification & Licensure:-N/AJob Category: Acute - Nursing Guaranteed Hours: 34.5 Contract Weeks:97