Registered Nurse

Description

Registered Nurse

In Altoona, PA

Founded in 1966, our commitment to our employees is expressed through our passion to put patients first; a culture that values and appreciates nurses; and our ongoing efforts to advocate for our employees in ways that elevate their profession and reward their sacrificial work. Join a nationwide network who have rediscovered the passion to help and care for people.

Partner with Interim Healthcare, and you will experience the multiple benefits our company has to offer. Our placement services provide flexibility to accommodate your schedule and needs, offering contract, contract-to-hire and direct hire positions.

Overview: 3rd Shift 11p-7a Contract!

Compensation: $38

Job Responsibilities

• Uses nursing skills to evaluate patient care needs, prioritize treatment, and maintain patient flow.
• Conducts a nursing assessment by taking a patient history and physical assessment and by obtaining vital signs and other medical tests. Provides treatment within scope of practice as defined by state law.
• Collaborates with Physician or other Licensed Independent Practitioner to arrange for further medical treatment, when needed.
• Identifies equipment that needs repair and brings it to the attention of the lead clinician. Performs occupational and health screening tests as defined in site contract (EKG, audiometry, spirometry, vision).
• Conducts appropriate laboratory tests and quality control procedures.
• Documents accurately all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications administered, discharge instructions provided and follow up care arranged.
• Evaluates health education/promotion needs of patients and provides necessary training and instruction.
• Identifies emergency situations and provides care within legal scope of practice.
• Administers medications and medical treatments competently as directed by a Physician or Licensed Independent Practitioner.
• Maintains medical records using (In some health centers it may be using Electronic Medical Record software).
• Maintains a clean and safe environment. Follows infection control procedures.
• Maintains patient privacy and confidential patient information.
• Participates in follow up phone calls and follow up patient visits.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Requirements

• Certificate from an accredited Nursing School or associate degree (A.S.) is required. Bachelor's degree (BSN) from four-year college or university is preferred.
• Currently licensed Registered Nurse in state of practice required.
• Current hands-on training in AHA or ARC Basic Life Support for health care providers is required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support may also be required based on contract scope of services.
  
  

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Holiday Pay
• Referral bonus
• Employee assistance programs
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• AVA Rewards
• Daily Pay Option
  
  

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Interim HealthCare provides equal employmentopportunities(EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, orveteranstatus.

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