Travel Nurse RN - Neurology

Integrated Healthcare Services is seeking a travel nurse RN Neurology for a travel nursing job in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Neurology Discipline: RN Duration: 13 weeks 48 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Required: RNs must have one year of inpatient experience minimum in the related department with the trauma level shown below Required: One year of travel experience is preferred but will consider six months’ travel Required: All Candidates are expected to Float as needed Required: "Stroke experience and NIHSS are both preferred . Will need to precept and possibly work in the virtual room. This is a Stroke and Neuro floor. They also have ortho and spine patients. We are a comprehensive stroke center. Ratios 3:1 SD patients and 5:1 all other patients." General 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: Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. -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. General Responsibilities -Performs other duties as assigned. null Required Skills & Experience: -1 year 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. Preferred Skills & Experience: -N/A nullRequired Education: -Associate's Degree in Nursing from an accredited program. Preferred Education -Bachelor of Science (or higher) in Nursing Board Approved Program preferred. Required Certifications & Licensure: -Current RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact RN License (eNLC). -Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association. Preferred Certifications & Licensure: -N/A null QUALIFICATION/LICENSURE Work Authorization : US Citizen Preferred years of experience : 1 years Travel required : No travel required Shift timings : Days Integrated Healthcare Services Job ID #37223859. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN Neurology