Travel Nurse RN - DOU - Direct Observation Unit - $2,300 per week at OU Health - 700 NE 13th summary:
As a Travel Nurse RN in the Direct Observation Unit, I provide nursing care to patients with a range of health issues under general supervision. My responsibilities include monitoring physiological data, administering medications, and assisting physicians in examinations and procedures. With two years of experience, I am skilled in coordinating patient care and communicating effectively with both patients and healthcare teams.
Certification Details
BLSState Licensure
Job Details
Job Description: Under general supervision, provides nursing care in a hospital to a variety of patients with health problems ranging from simple to complex.Essential Responsibilities: - Assumes responsibility for an assigned group of patients. - Documents patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments; notes all changes in physician order on assigned patients. - Assists physician in the examination of patients and in performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatment. - Obtains and monitors physiological data of patients, observes the physiological manifestations of patients and intervenes when necessary. - Administers medication as prescribed. - Initiates, regulates and monitors intravenous infusions and blood products. - Delivers patient care competently. - Interacts with family and patient in sharing care plan while in the hospital and at time of discharge. - Informs patient and family of hospital procedures. - Makes referral regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel. - Delegates tasks to support staff. - Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
Two (2) years of experience.Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, techniques and procedures.Ability to organize, plan, coordinate and evaluate nursing services and apply nursing techniques.Ability to maintain good working relationships with other employees.Good verbal and written communication skills.Ability to respond effectively to cultural and language needs of patients and visitors.Some computer skills.
Additional Details
Preferred Skills & Experience: - N/A
Keywords:
Travel Nurse, Registered Nurse, Direct Observation Unit, Patient Care, Nursing, Healthcare, Intravenous Infusions, Medication Administration, Hospital Nursing, BLS Certification
