RN - Registered Nurse Long Term Care - LTC in Harvard, IL starting 12/30/2024 with GetMed Staffing

Travel Long Term Care Registered Nurse job duties

While job duties may vary depending on the facility you work with, here are some common Travel LTC RN responsibilities:

• Monitor and assess residents' vital signs and overall health, identifying and responding to any changes promptly.
• Administer medications, treatments, and intravenous fluids as prescribed by physicians, ensuring accurate documentation and adherence to protocols.
• Provide comprehensive care for residents with chronic, complex, and long-term health conditions, including wound care, pain management, and mobility support.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with residents, families, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Educate residents and their families on disease management, treatment options, and lifestyle modifications to promote health and well-being.
• Assist with diagnostic tests and procedures, ensuring residents' comfort and safety throughout the process.
• Document residents' medical histories, assessments, treatments, and progress accurately and promptly in electronic health records.
• Provide emotional support and reassurance to residents and their families, helping them cope with chronic illness and long-term care needs.
• Coordinate resident transfers to other departments or facilities as required, ensuring seamless continuity of care.
• Ensure a clean, safe, and organized environment by adhering to infection control protocols and safety guidelines.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and continuing education to stay current with advancements in long-term care nursing practices.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, policies, and ethical standards in all aspects of resident care.
• Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of all nursing interventions, resident responses, and any changes in condition.
• Collaborate with physical therapists, occupational therapists, and other specialists to support residents' rehabilitation and quality of life goals.
• Manage emergency situations by providing advanced life support and other critical interventions as necessary.