Travel Nurse RN - Rehab - $2,099 per week in Smithville, MO

Job Title: Registered Nurse - Rehabilitation Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: Rehab Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum of 2 years License: Active RN license required Certifications: BLS, ACLS Must-Have: Angina Hypertension Post MI Blood glucose monitoring Insulin protocols Feeding devices/adaptive equipment Feeding tube care and management NG tube insertion/management PEG tube feeding and management Swallowing precautions Thickened liquids Foley catheter removal Administration of blood and blood products Care and management of ports Central line care Starting and maintaining IVs Venous blood draws Anticoagulation therapy Antiseizure medications Diuretics CVA (Cerebrovascular Accident) Neuromuscular disease Parkinson's disease Seizure disorders Spinal cord injury Stroke scale assessment Traumatic brain injury Assistive devices Mobilization techniques Prosthesis application Pulse/CMS checks Suture/staple removal Total joint replacement Incentive spirometry Oral/nasotracheal suctioning Pulse oximetry Supplemental oxygen delivery Diabetic teaching Fall risk assessment/prevention Infection prevention Isolation precautions/PPE Lift/transfer devices National patient safety goals/core measures Pain assessment and management Patient teaching Pressure ulcer assessment/prevention Restraints Specialty beds Wound care Respiratory nebulizers/CPAP/BiPAP Description: The RN will provide comprehensive care to patients in a rehabilitation setting. The average daily census will be 10 patients with a nursing ratio of 1:6 on all shifts. The unit consists of 12 beds/rooms catering to adults and geriatrics. Essential duties include managing pulmonary and cardiac conditions. The RN must be able to perform EKGs, phlebotomy, and respiratory treatments as ordered. The role will involve managing BiPAP/CPAP devices with preprogrammed settings for chronic conditions. The RN will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including physical therapy and social services. This position requires weekend commitment throughout the scheduled period. Regular floating may be required to meet the facility's greatest needs. The RN will focus on patient assessments, care management, and education. The RN will implement fall risk prevention and infection control measures. Adherence to safety protocols and national patient safety goals is essential. Continuous learning and compliance with training requirements are expected throughout employment.