SH 400 SH SAGEWEST HEALTH CARE - Travel: RN Med Surg Days (RIVERTON)

Opportunity:

RN - Med Surg

Job Details:

• Provide direct and individualized nursing care to patients based on scientific nursing principles
• Consult and coordinate with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans
• Prepare and administer medications orally, subcutaneously, and through IV, and record prescribed medications
• Report adverse reactions to medications or treatments according to facility policy
• Educate patients on surgical procedures and post-treatment home care needs
• Record patient medical information and vital signs accurately and timely
• Monitor and adjust specialized equipment used on patients and interpret electronic displays
• Initiate corrective action when patients display adverse symptoms
• Provide bedside care for medical patients including pre- and post-surgery patients
• Change dressings, insert catheters, and start IVs
• Prepare equipment and assist physicians during examinations and treatments
• Respond to life-saving situations based on nursing standards and protocol
• Participate in discharge planning and patient education initiatives
• Utilize effective time management skills throughout shifts
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, and PALS (must be through American Heart Association)
• Must hold Wyoming RN license or multi-state RN license
• Complete documentation requirements including SageWest coversheet submission