Travel Nurse RN – Neuro – $2,416 per week in Oklahoma City, OK

Job Description

Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: RN
Specialty: Neurology
Duration: 36 Weeks
Shift: Days
Hours per Shift: 36.00
Experience: 1 Year Preferred
License: Current RN License
Certifications: Current Basic Life Support
Must-Have: NIHSS Certification, ACLS for Step-down Care Providers

Description:
Under general supervision, provides nursing care in a hospital to a variety of patients with health problems ranging from simple to complex.
Assumes responsibility for an assigned group of patients.
Documents patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments.
Notes all changes in physician orders for assigned patients.
Assists physician in the examination of patients and in performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatments.
Obtains and monitors physiological data of patients.
Observes the physiological manifestations of patients and intervenes when necessary.
Administers medication as prescribed.
Initiates, regulates, and monitors intravenous infusions and blood products.
Delivers patient care competently.
Interacts with family and patients in sharing care plans while in the facility and at the time of discharge.
Informs patients and families of hospital procedures.
Makes referrals regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel.
Delegates tasks to support staff.
Performs other duties as assigned.