Registered Nurse, Acute Care $3200/wk.- Omaha, NE
4 months ago
Omaha
Job Description Job description Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) Long Term Acute Care – 8- 13 Week Contract Location: Omaha, NE Shift: Day and Night Shifts available Start Date: 05/16, 05/23, 05/30 Contract Length: 8- 13 weeks Hours: 48 hours/week Pay Travel: • Total Weekly Gross: $3200, • Travel Rate: $34.35/hour, • Travel Overtime Rate: $50/hour, • Travel Stipend: $1414 Key Responsibilities: • Patient Care:, • Conduct thorough assessments of patients upon admission and throughout their stay., • Administer medications, intravenous therapy, and other prescribed treatments., • Provide critical care support, including respiratory management, wound care, and pain management., • Monitor vital signs, labs, and other clinical indicators to detect any changes in the patient’s condition., • Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) as needed, including bathing, feeding, and mobility support., • Maintain a safe, clean environment for patients and help prevent healthcare-associated infections., • Care Coordination:, • Work closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, respiratory therapists, physical therapists, and other medical staff to develop and implement comprehensive care plans., • Communicate any changes in patient condition to the multidisciplinary team and document patient progress accurately., • Advocate for patient needs and ensure that they receive appropriate care in a timely manner., • Patient and Family Education:, • Educate patients and their families about the patient’s condition, treatment options, and recovery goals., • Provide guidance on post-discharge care, including home care needs, medications, and follow-up appointments., • Support family members in understanding the long-term care process and coping strategies for dealing with extended recovery., • Documentation and Compliance:, • Maintain accurate, detailed patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations., • Ensure proper documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes., • Adhere to hospital and nursing standards, including infection control policies, patient confidentiality (HIPAA), and safety protocols., • Crisis Management and Emergency Care:, • Respond promptly to changes in patient status, including medical emergencies, and provide stabilization as needed., • Use critical thinking and clinical skills to manage life-threatening situations, including resuscitation and emergency interventions., • Team Collaboration:, • Collaborate with healthcare providers to optimize patient care and outcomes, ensuring seamless communication among team members., • Education:, • Registered Nurse (RN) with a current state nursing license., • Experience:, • Previous experience in a critical care or acute care setting preferred., • Experience in long-term care, LTAC, or a similar healthcare environment is highly valued., • Skills:, • Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking abilities., • Proficiency in administering medications and using medical equipment., • Ability to work under pressure, especially in emergency situations., • Excellent communication skills for interacting with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams., • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification., • LTAC RNs typically work in long-term acute care hospitals or specialized LTAC units within a hospital., • Shifts may vary, and work can include evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, depending on the needs of the facility., • Physical demands include standing for long periods, assisting patients with mobility, and lifting or repositioning patients.