[Only 24h Left] Local Contract Nurse RN – Acute Care Position Available In Knox, Tennessee

Job Description:

Job Description Nucleus Healthcare is seeking a local contractnurse RN Acute Care for a local contract nursing job in Knoxville,Tennessee. Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty:

  Acute Care

• Discipline:

  RN

• Duration:

  13 weeks

• 36 hours per week

• Shift:

  12hours

•

Employment Type:

Local Contract Short Description:

TheRegistered Nurse (RN) maintains the delivery of quality care byassuring the nursing care plan is followed. The RN supervisesLicensed Practical Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, andorientees. Bedside Acute Care RN Day Shift

• 3x12s

Location:

Knoxville, TN Complete Description:

Embraces Core Values of the

Company:

• We deliver superior quality in all that we do.
• Wetreat others as they would like to be treated.
• We are resultsoriented and achieve our objectives.
• We are team players.
• Weare resourceful in overcoming obstacles. Promotes Patient andEmployee Safety
• Focused on 10 Foot Circle of Safety and displayssafety awareness in all of the below key areas:
• Safe PatientHandling
• Materials Handling
• Infectious Diseases
• Slips/Tripsand Falls
• Work Environment Follows all hospital guidelinesoutlining standards of personal appearance, attendance andpunctuality.

Based on the Competency Program established for directcare providers, possesses the skills and competencies necessary toperform job function in accordance with population served criteria.

JOB-SPECIFIC DUTIES/COMPETENCIES

Performs a nursing assessment onall patients within 8 hours of admission. The data collected formsthe basis of an individualized plan of care. Identifies teachingneeds and goals related to the diagnosis of each patient from thenursing admission assessment and by collaborating withpatient/family and the Interdisciplinary team. Provides patientinformation and status in a timely manner for the Initial TeamConference and for Re-evaluation Team Conferences on a weeklybasis. Responsible and accountable for accurate, succinct andtimely documentation of all assessments, interventions andpatient’s response in the medical record in accordance with policy.

Participates in the patient rehabilitation program on an assignedunit. Is responsible and accountable for direct patient care byutilizing the nursing process of assessing, planning, implementingand evaluating patient care with a priority on the education of thepatient/family/significant other based on the health care needsidentified. Uses a positive and encouraging approach to achievepatient goals and quality outcomes. Initiates discharge planning onall patients from the day of admission. Initiates patient teachingin anticipation of the discharge date. Communicates all pertinentinformation regarding changes in patient’s status from one careprovider to another, to support continuity of care and patientsafety. This includes the attending physician and the Charge Nurse.

Seeks consultation from more senior nursing staff in support ofcomplex clinical decision-making. Provides direction, training andsupervision of ancillary nursing personnel by utilizing problemsolving techniques in decision making, organizing, settingpriorities and using time effectively. Delegates appropriately.

Provides for and assures personal and environmental safety inaccordance with hospital and nursing policies and procedures.

Positively contributes to the functioning of the unit by providingcalm direction and reassurance to ancillary staff, otherdepartments, patients and families. Participates in team buildingactivities on the unit to create a positive and efficient workenvironment. Maintains communication with manager and seniornursing staff related to service needs such as necessary supplies,equipment (including repairs) and clinical training in order toeffectively complete assigned duties. Provides care in acost-effective manner while promoting quality patient outcomes,monitors supplies and charges. Assumes charge responsibilityfollowing orientation period as requested. Identifies and initiatesown professional growth, actively pursuing professional developmentthrough continuing education and self-study. Prioritizes activitiesand plans for effective use of time and staff in meeting patientneeds. Performs other duties as requested. AdditionalQualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BSNpreferred.
• BLSHCP required.
• 2 years bedside clinical experience
• ACLS required prior to first shift Nucleus Healthcare Job ID3723.

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