Medical Nurse Specialist
3 weeks ago
Magnet Medical is seeking a travel nurse RN for a challenging opportunity in Kennewick, Washington. As a Travel Nurse RN, you will provide high-quality patient care and work collaboratively with healthcare teams to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Job Summary- Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Hours per week: 36
- Shift: Nights (12 hours)
This position offers a unique opportunity to work with patients who require close monitoring and comprehensive care. As a Medical Nurse Specialist, you will administer medications, monitor vital signs, perform assessments, and collaborate with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans.
Main Responsibilities- Patient Assessment and Monitoring:
- Conduct thorough and continuous assessments of patients, including evaluating vital signs and heart rhythms.
- Monitor and interpret telemetry data to detect any irregularities in heart rate and rhythm, notifying the healthcare team as needed.
- Assess physical, emotional, and psychological needs of patients, developing personalized care plans to promote recovery and wellness.
- Administer prescribed medications, ensuring proper dosing and timing.
- Monitor patients for side effects and adverse reactions to medications, immediately reporting any issues to the physician or healthcare team.
- Provide pain management interventions and adjust care based on patient response and comfort level.
- Monitor patients with telemetry units to assess heart rate, rhythm, and overall cardiac health, documenting and reporting any irregularities to the medical team.
- Assist in the interpretation of telemetry readings, ensuring prompt intervention for any abnormal findings such as arrhythmias, tachycardia, or bradycardia.
- Maintain and troubleshoot telemetry equipment to ensure proper function and reliable patient monitoring.
- Provide post-operative care for surgical patients, including monitoring incision sites, managing drains, and ensuring proper wound healing.
- Perform dressing changes, assess for signs of infection, and educate patients on post-surgical care instructions.
- Administer treatments to manage or prevent complications, such as deep vein thrombosis (DVT), pressure ulcers, or infections.
- Educate patients and their families on disease management, including medication regimens, lifestyle modifications, and post-discharge care.
- Offer guidance on managing chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, and heart disease, ensuring patients understand their role in maintaining health.
- Provide education on fall prevention, nutrition, activity restrictions, and discharge planning.
- Work closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other healthcare providers to implement and adjust patient care plans.
- Participate in daily rounds to discuss patient progress, care needs, and treatment adjustments.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including physical therapy, social work, and dietitians, to provide holistic care to patients.
- Respond promptly to medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, respiratory distress, and sudden changes in patient condition.
- Provide immediate interventions, including CPR, advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), or other life-saving measures, in collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Manage patients who experience acute changes in their condition, escalating care as necessary (e.g., transferring to ICU if required).
- Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough documentation of all assessments, interventions, patient responses, and communications in the electronic health record (EHR).
- Ensure that patient information is up-to-date and readily available for other healthcare professionals involved in patient care.
- Report any changes in patient condition or concerns to the appropriate healthcare provider and follow up on recommendations.
- Follow infection control protocols to prevent the spread of infections, including proper hand hygiene, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and sterile techniques when necessary.
- Ensure patient safety by regularly assessing for fall risks, managing medications safely, and preventing hospital-acquired infections.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients by adhering to hospital policies and infection prevention measures.
- Participate in hospital quality improvement initiatives and patient safety programs aimed at enhancing care delivery and outcomes.
- Stay current with the latest nursing practices, healthcare technologies, and patient care protocols, especially in telemetry monitoring and MedSurg nursing.
- Attend continuing education workshops, certification programs, and professional development opportunities to maintain licensure and expertise.
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