Acute Travel Registered Nurse (RN): Observation Unit

Position Overview

The Observation Unit is seeking experienced Acute Travel Registered Nurses (RNs) to provide high-quality care to patients in a dynamic environment. This role focuses on monitoring and assessing patients under observation status, ensuring effective coordination and management of care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to adult patients in the Observation Unit.
• Monitor patients for any changes in condition, implementing appropriate interventions.
• Document patient assessments and interventions in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Adhere to safety and infection control protocols.
• Participate in unit meetings and professional development activities.
• Flexibility to float to Medical/Cardiac/Neuro-Ortho Units as needed.

Unit Information

• Number of Beds: 10
• Patient Ratios: Approximately 1:5, with no defined ratios.
• Key Equipment: Cardiac monitor.
• EHR System: Cerner.

Qualifications

• Active RN license with required certifications (BLS, ACLS, NIH Stroke Scale Competency, Tele/ECG Competency).
• 1 year of medical/surgical nursing experience required; telemetry experience preferred.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays as part of the shift requirement.

Common Patient Diagnoses and Treatments

• Chest pain
• Asthma exacerbations
• Transient Ischemic Attacks (TIA)
• Abdominal pain
• Urinary issues
• Blood sugar management
• Deep vein thrombosis/pulmonary embolism (DVT/PE)
• Cellulitis
• Post-procedural monitoring
• Minor trauma

Dress Code

Scrub color: galaxy blue. Ensure all attire meets professional standards.

Attendance Policy

Agency staff assignments require adherence to attendance policies. A formal warning will be issued after a second absence, and termination of the contract may occur after a third absence, unless prior discussion and agreement are made with the unit leader.

All absences must be made up to maintain contracted hours. Compliance with attendance and professional conduct standards is mandatory.