Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg / Telemetry
Judit, Inc
Syracuse, NY

RN - Med/Surg/Telemetry

JOB TITLE: Registered Nurse-RN - Medical Surgical (Med/Surg) / Telemetry JOB LOCATION: Syracuse VA Medical Center JOB TYPE: Contract JOB DESCRIPTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care plans in consultation with healthcare professionals. * Evaluating medical information, as well as providing direct and individualized bedside nursing care to pre-and post-surgery patients. * Preparing, administering and recording prescribed medications. * Changing dressings, inserting catheters, and starting IVs. * Adjusting specialized medical equipment as needed, as well as interpreting and recording measurements. * Monitoring patients' vitals and reporting adverse reactions to medications in a timely manner. * Collaborating on discharge planning with the healthcare team. * Answering questions and educating patients and their families on surgical procedures and post-surgery care. * Maintaining and updating patient files, medical charts, and health records. * Adhering to best nursing practices, standards, and protocols. SCHEDULE: 7am - 7pm, 3 Days a Week COMPENSATION: $60/hour JOB #: Click or tap here to enter text.