Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg in Alturas, CA - Excellent Benefits 2024-06-21 - Military veterans preferred

TravelNurseSource is working with VieMed Healthcare Staffing to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in Alturas, California, 96101 About The Position VHS is looking for 2 qualified Med Surg RNs for an 8 week contract in California Position is flexible and would need to cover either Med Surg or ED depending on needs. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. 2 years’ experience as an Emergency Room Nurse. Current licensure in good standing in the state of California. ACLS, PALS, and CPR certification mandatory. Need to have TNCC within one year of hire date. Ability to work with others at all levels within the organization, and collaborate effectively. Above-average interpersonal, problem-solving, and written and oral communication skills. Must be a team player to all departments, confidential of sensitive data, respectful of all other staff members, considerate of other people’s time, and accountable for work output. Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information. Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard Strong interpersonal skills Good organizational skills Good time management skills and self-directed Demonstrates good judgement Job Duties Effectively uses the Nursing Process in the delivery of patient care. Assesses learning needs and implement teaching strategies appropriate for the diverse needs of the patient, family and other groups or disciplines. Communicates, delegates and manages nursing team resources (human and fiscal) properly and serves as a leader and partner on the Interdisciplinary Team. Utilizes data, information and knowledge to evaluate and promote change in order to achieve optimal outcomes. Embraces concepts and behaviors that enhance customer satisfaction and employee morale and improvement in the profession of nursing. Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style. Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time. Physical and Environmental Demands The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue. The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases. Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. liveyourlife 24388275EXPPLAT About VieMed Healthcare Staffing We've Grown Since Our Start As a Healthcare Staffing Agency in Lafayette, LA and we couldn’t be prouder Our service area expanded across the Gulf Coast at first. Now, we’re trusted by healthcare professionals and facilities nationwide. Our parent company, VieMed, serves 96,000 patients nationwide with in-home, post-acute respiratory care and medical equipment services. Today, VHS is more than a healthcare temp agency in Lafayette, Louisiana; we’re a national healthcare staffing and recruiting company. At VieMed Healthcare Staffing, service, people, and technology distinguish us from other providers in the industry. With roots deeply embedded in the healthcare industry, we understand the critical importance of quality and the impact it has on patients’ lives. VHS team includes tenured recruiters who are clinicians and a seasoned leadership team with a wealth of experience in the healthcare industry. Our expertise is in staffing and workforce management solutions for hospitals, healthcare systems, government agencies, clinics, and correctional facilities. We encourage open communication and are highly responsive to the needs of our clients and our healthcare professionals. Quality Is at the Heart of Everything We Do From the relationships we build to the seamless onboarding process, our commitment to quality shines through. We’re known for our transparent communication and our focus on the needs of our healthcare clients, tailoring our services to adapt to their requirements. Our story is about growth, innovation, and dedication to the healthcare industry.