Job Title: ER MED-SURG
Location: Hebron, Nebraska
Schedule: 7:00PM – 7:00AM x 3
Term: 13-week assignment with the potential for extension
Pay Rate: $55 – $60/hr
Astrya Global, a San Diego based medical staffing agency, is hiring a ER MED-SURG for a temporary assignment in Hebron, Nebraska. These positions are 13-week contracts with the ability to extend.
Responsibilities for a ER MED-SURG:
• Perform nursing care and services for patients, including observing and recording signs and symptoms, administering sterile treatments, assisting with examinations, using and caring for special equipment, and assisting with patient rehabilitation according to medical and/or nursing plans
• Prepare, administer, and document oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous medications using barcode scanning in the electronic health system; observe IV insertion sites and rate of flow, and discontinue IVs as needed
• Assist in planning, providing, and evaluating patient care as a member of the nursing team
• Assist physicians, nurses, and others as required; responsible for total patient care when assigned across departments including ER, Med/Surg, LDR, and Nursery
• Perform duties related to care and cleaning of rooms and equipment after use or patient discharge; prepare and sterilize patient supplies; maintain utility and service rooms in order
• Observe, record, and report general and specific physical and mental conditions of patients, including signs and symptoms indicative of change, to appropriate personnel
• Perform selected procedures and therapeutic treatments; provide nursing care in the Emergency Room following demonstration of competence
• Observe and provide care to obstetrical patients through stages of labor, delivery, and post-partum after demonstration of competence
• Observe and provide care of the newborn
• Participate in nursing care plans for total patient care according to physician instructions and in conformance with established standards, recognized nursing techniques, procedures, and administrative policies
• Promote patient cooperation and assist in teaching patient self-care
• Study and evaluate trends and developments in nursing practices with consideration of adaptability to specific patient needs
• Assume responsibility for accuracy of procedures and maintenance of high standards of nursing care; maintain accurate and complete records
• Record and transcribe patient orders from physicians
• Assist in training and orientation of new employees
• Participate in Quality Assurance committees, in-service programs, meetings, and educational workshops
• Maintain current CPR, ACLS, TNCC, NRP, and STABLE certifications
• Maintain a current valid state nursing license in accordance with state law
• Provide leadership in medical concerns in the absence of the physician
• Adhere to HIPAA regulations by not discussing patient matters outside of the clinical setting
• Participate in all required compliance education and training programs
• Work full-time, 36 hours per week on a night shift with weekend rotation
Benefits for a ER MED-SURG:
- Weekly pay every Friday
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Pet Insurance
- 401K Retirement Plan (matching)
- Full-service Credentialing and Corporate Travel Team
- Referral Bonus up to $1,500
Astrya Global Medical Staffing offers 10+ years of staffing experience, 100% domestic support, and is certified by both the Joint Commission and National Association of Locum Tenens Organizations. At Astrya, we are dedicated to helping healthcare professionals find the perfect job.
