Pay Rate: $53/hr.
**This is a contracted position lasting 13 weeks with the possibility to extend**
Primary Purpose
Minimum two years experience in general and orthopedic surgeries. Must be able to start IV’s. Experience in pre-op, post-op and intra-op units. Must help with infusion services. Will help maintain OR logs, monthly stats, help with stocking supplies and maintain peri-op unit. Call will be split evenly amongst nursing staff. Looking for self-motivated and TEAM player.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Monitor patient’s condition and assess their needs to provide the best possible care and advice
- Observe and interpret patient’s symptoms and communicate them to physicians
- Collaborate with doctors and nurses to devise individualized care plans for patients
- Perform routine procedures (blood pressure measurements, administering injections, etc.) and fill in patients’ charts
- Adjust and administer patient’s medication and provide treatments according to physician’s orders
- Inspect the facilities and act to maintain excellent hygiene and safety (decontaminating equipment, sanitizing surfaces, preparing beds, etc.)
- Provide instant medical care in emergencies
- Assist surgeons during operations
- Supervise and train LPNs and nursing assistants
- Foster a supportive and compassionate environment to care for patients and their families
- Expand knowledge and capabilities by attending educational workshops, conferences, etc.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a registered nurse
- Excellent knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures
- Excellent knowledge of emergency care
- In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures (sanitation, decontamination, etc.) and willingness to follow them at all times
- A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Patient with superb problem-solving skills
- BSc or another diploma from a nursing program
- Valid nursing license
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