JOB DETAILS
Job Summary:
A professional nurse is an individual accountable for the care of a group of patients. The Registered Nurse (RN) focuses on safe effective patient and family centered care, customer satisfaction and quality outcomes. The RN is responsible for assisting in maintaining a financially stable unit, promoting his/her own development with an emphasis on evidence based practice and education supported by a Practice Governance framework. The RN supervises licensed and non-licensed staff members. Applying the caring processes of the Kristin M. Swanson Model of Care, the RN has the responsibility to assess, develop, implement and evaluate the plan of care. The RN focuses on patient and family comforts, education and satisfaction. The RN applies his/her educational and professional experiences in the delivery of quality care and mentoring/precepting staff.
Job Responsibilities:
-Assessment: Performs assessments & reassessments per policy & procedure or as warranted by patient condition; demonstrates ability to make sound independent decisions.
-Development & Implementation: Initiates, prioritizes and implements the plan of care and reviews and revises the plan as indicated. Collaborates with patient/family & interdisciplinary services; utilizes resources appropriately to support the needs of the organization/patient/family.
-Evaluation: Monitors and documents response to clinical interventions.
-Education: Facilitates/coordinates/provides/evaluates education specific to patient/family needs and as appropriate to the care, treatment and services provided during their stay and at discharge.
-Leadership: Delegates tasks to licensed and non-licensed personnel; functions as a mentor/preceptor; demonstrates/encourages/facilitates teamwork; identifies and appropriately communicates opportunities for improvement; participates in quality, safety and service process improvement efforts and implements practice changes; complies with regulatory standards; participates in the Practice Governance model.
REQUIREMENTS
Registered Nurse, Telemetry
Experience: 2 years
RN(Compact Accepted)
Certifications: BLS; CERT-NIH Stroke Scale
SSN Required
DOB Required
References: 1 Reference in entire work history
BENEFITS
At AMN Healthcare we take care of our travelers! We offer:
- Competitive pay rates
- Free, quality, private housing
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401(k) and Flex Spending
- Life Insurance
- Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
- Free Continuing Education
- Refer a friend and earn extra cash!
FACILITY
Short Term Acute Care Hospital
AREA OVERVIEW
Discover the vibrant city of Louisville, KY, known for its blend of southern hospitality and urban excitement. From the bustling nightlife in the historic downtown district to the serene beauty of the waterfront parks along the Ohio River, there is never a dull moment in this lively city. Explore the local art scene, taste some of the best bourbon in the country, and venture into the lush forests just outside the city for a taste of adventure.
- Visit the iconic Churchill Downs racetrack and Museum for a day at the races
- Take a tour of the Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory to see how the famous baseball bats are made
- Explore the historic Old Louisville neighborhood with its stunning Victorian architecture
- Indulge in some delicious southern cuisine at one of the city's many acclaimed restaurants
- Hike the trails at Jefferson Memorial Forest for a peaceful escape into nature
ABOUT THE COMPANY
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.
* Estimate of weekly payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.