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Vitality-RN - Per Diem*
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What they do
A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
$89,872 / year median in Nevada
+3% projected growth
Job Description
IMPORTANT NOTE
In lieu of benefits due to "per diem" status, 15% will be added to the hourly rate. Per diem employees are offered work on an "as-needed" basis.POSITION SUMMARY
The staff nurse assesses and monitors clients' health status and physical care needs at admission and while clients are in the program. They supervise clients in all aspects of medication self-administration and all management of medication and other client care supplies. The staff nurse also provides health education for clients and families as needed or requested. They function as a member of the Interdisciplinary Treatment Team and perform administrative, clerical, and other tasks according to program policy. They demonstrate professionalism in all aspects of performance.POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Minimum EducationGraduate of an accredited college of nursing.License RequiredCurrent RN licensure in the State of NevadaCertification RequiredBLSCertification PreferredCertification in gerontological or psychiatric nursing desirable.
Minimum Work ExperienceCorporate ComplianceAbility to read and write in English.
Possesses good communication skills.
Grammar/Spelling and Reading/Comprehension SkillsOrganizational, verbal, interpersonal, patient relations, analytical, and computer skills.
Client and family teaching; teaching/learning materials development.
Problem solvingComplaint resolutionAcute-care clinical and/or psychiatric nursing experience required.
POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Patient CareCompletes an admission geropsychiatric nursing assessment for every client according to unit standard,Implementing necessary precautions as needed for each client.Monitors clients on an ongoing basis to identify health needs, problems, and/or symptoms.
Communicates relevant clinical and other client care Information to Program Director, Medical Director and Treatment Team members as necessary and appropriate.
CARSON VALLEY HEALTH IS PROUD TO BE RECOGNIZED AS A FINALIST IN THE
"BESTPLACES TO WORK
" - NORTHERNNEVADA, 2021, 2022, 2024, 2025 & 2026
!WELOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU TO OUR TEAM!
! Per Diem positions have no guaranteed hours or set schedule. The position will fill in for individuals who take unplanned and/or planned time off.Benefits
- Dental Insurance