Travel Nurse RN

Registered Nurse (RN) | Correctional Location

Las Animas, CO Agency

Cynet Health Pay

$1,912 per week Shift Information

Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration

8 Weeks Start Date

ASAP About the Position Job Title

Registered Nurse Profession

RN Specialty

Registered Nurse Duration

8 weeks Shift

Nights Hours per Shift

36 Experience

One (1) year of professional nursing experience preferred License

Must possess current licensure in the state of employment Certifications

A valid driver's license required Must-Have

- Graduate from an accredited college, university, or nursing program with a degree/diploma in nursing - Current licensure Description

The Registered Nurse (RN) plans and provides comprehensive nursing care.

This includes executing provider orders, dispensing and administering medications, and assisting providers in examinations and treatment of patients.

The nurse applies required nursing and supervisory techniques in the care and treatment of individuals.

Performs all technical and clinical procedures within the scope of education and licensure.

Applies appropriate nursing skills in the area and treatment of individuals.

Attends sick calls to see patients, prepares lists of individuals to be examined, and prepares examining rooms and equipment.

Operates pill call, dispenses medication, and documents as required by policies and procedures.

Calls providers for medication and treatment orders and handles emergencies as they arise.

Examines and assesses new patients with illnesses or injuries and refers them to emergency care as needed.

Performs emergency procedures and notifies providers for treatment orders.

Assists in coordinating professional medical services provided by contract personnel.

Monitors inpatient hospitalizations for early releases whenever appropriate.

Provides guidance and supervision to nursing staff.

Maintains effective working relationships with facility staff and outside healthcare agencies.

Utilizes established policies and procedures in decision-making while exercising sound independent judgment.

Regularly evaluates medical services to prevent inappropriate service use.

Maintains confidentiality of all medical records.

Assists in the review of medical files to ensure all services are documented.

Monitors potential catastrophic illnesses closely.

Audits pharmacy use for adherence to formulary as directed.

Complies with pharmacy laws regarding controlled substances.

Observes and records patient behavior.

Inspects the medical unit for potential contraband items and manages supplies appropriately.

Provides health counseling and education on an individual or group basis as required.

Assists in preparing and maintaining a variety of records, reports, and logs.

Reads, analyzes, comprehends, and interprets medical and technical documents.

Reviews and processes lawsuits, and may attend court hearings when necessary.

Facilitates accreditation of the medical program by providing appropriate medical services.

Prepares and disseminates safety and accident reports according to policies.

Takes appropriate action in cases of serious incidents and emergencies.

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