• Regional Travel Nurse - Full Time RN - NC and SC…

    Advanced Correctional Healthcare (Columbia, SC)


    Regional Travel Nurse - Full Time RN - NC and SC Territories

    Job Details

    Job Location

     

    Columbia - Columbia, SC

    Position Type

    Full Time

    Education Level

    2 Year Degree

     

    Travel Percentage

     

    Up to 100%

     

    Job Shift

     

    Any

     

    Job Category

     

    Nursing/Nursing Support

    Description

    SUMMARY:

    Our associates deliver a higher standard of medical and mental health care for an underserved population. We maintain professionalism, integrity, and commitment as we solve problems and make lives easier.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

    Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

     

    + Responsible for nursing care delivery for assigned client locations.

    + Timely and accurately assess, plan, and deliver nursing care to patients.

    + Administer prescribed medication, treatments, and other tasks, as ordered by the practitioner.

    + Provide emergency first aid care when appropriate.

    + Check and record vital signs, peak flows, blood glucose checks, weight, and other diagnostic tests on-site, when appropriate.

    + Triage officer intake screenings for necessity and priority at sick call.

    + Record information in chronic clinic and report reactions to treatments and medications, as well as changes in the patients’ emotional or physical condition.

    + Record care information concisely, accurately, and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format and on the appropriate forms.

    + Coordinate medical services as directed by the practitioner and provide patient education to support care.

    + Maintain aseptic techniques and infection control precautions, as required.

    + Maintain and demonstrate working knowledge of pharmacology, including drug reaction/overdose.

    + Maintain and demonstrate working knowledge of therapeutic diets and nutrition.

    + Notify supervisor of medical or security incidents.

    + Attend in-service education sessions as requested by the client.

    + Perform duties within the scope of practice mandated by state and local standards.

    + Maintain patient confidentiality and HIPAA practices as required by government agencies.

    + Acquire professional licensure as directed.

    + May be asked to train new hires and coworkers.

    + Proficient in using and maintaining patient electronic healthcare records and learning AIMM electronic Medical Records (EMR).

    + Acquire and maintain professional nursing licensure.

    + Remain available for staffing coverage needs including nights, weekends, and holidays.

    + Perform all other duties as assigned.

    Qualifications

    REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

    + Registered Nursing License and associate's degree required.

    + Must be licensed and/or willing to obtain licensure in the state(s) where practice occurs.

    + 1+ year(s) of nursing experience required.

    + Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; hands-on training required.

    + Must have a valid Driver's License and reliable transportation.