Travel RN - CRU 3 12hr Nights REQ37252913

Pay Rate:

Up to $75/hr combined (taxable hourly + tax-free allowances for travel, housing, meals). Rates may vary and are subject to change. Additional Bonuses, Group Health Insurance benefits available on day 1, 401k and more! The Clinical Resource Unit (Float pool) RN In the clinical resource unit, nursing staff, nurse leaders, interdisciplinary team members, and physician partners practice on providing specialized medical and nursing care to various inpatient units including Medical-Oncology, Surgical-Orthopedic, Cardiovascular Care Unit, Progressive Care Unit, Mental Health Unit, and Acute Rehab. Highly-trained staff utilizes the most current technology and equipment. Medical diagnoses include but are not limited to coronary artery disease, angina, myocardial ischemia, myocardial infarction, dysrhythmia, syncope, congestive heart failure, strokes, cancer, cellulitis, post-surgical care, and chest pain. The environment is fast-paced, exciting, and always evolving.

Key Responsibilities:

Performs all responsibilities and duties required by the unit as specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team. Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops an appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation. Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents. Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies. Floats to various inpatient units including Medical-Oncology, Surgical-Ortho, Cardiovascular Care Unit, Progressive Care Unit, Mental Health Unit, and Acute Rehab. Provides direct nursing care and collaborates with other multidisciplinary team members to provide patient care to various patient populations. Manages care of acute and chronically ill cardiac and pulmonary patients. Implements interventions as needed including medication administration and evaluation of effects. Prepares patients for procedures, provides pain management, performs IV venipuncture, blood administration, and monitors labs. Discharges patients and provides instruction for safe transition from hospital. Documents all care using EMR. Answers call lights.

Required Certifications & Licensure:

BLS (American Heart Association) IL Nursing License.