Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Acute Care
Warm Springs, GA
Magnet Medical
3x12 hrs, Days

Patient Assessment and Monitoring:

• Conduct thorough assessments of patients' physical and emotional conditions upon admission, during care, and on an ongoing basis.
• Regularly monitor patients’ vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, oxygen saturation, and respiratory rate.
• Identify and promptly report any changes in a patient's condition to the healthcare team, including signs of deterioration or complications.
• Document and track patient conditions, progress, and interventions in the electronic health record (EHR).

Care Planning and Implementation:

• Develop, implement, and revise individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team, addressing both short-term and long-term patient needs.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments accurately, monitoring for side effects, and ensuring patient safety.
• Assist with procedures such as wound care, catheter insertion, tracheostomy care, and tube feedings, based on patient needs.
• Monitor and manage patients’ pain levels, providing interventions as necessary to ensure patient comfort.

Complex Care Management:

• Manage patients with complex, multi-system conditions, including those on ventilators, dialysis, or requiring continuous oxygen therapy.
• Provide respiratory support to patients with compromised lung function or those who are weaning off mechanical ventilation.
• Assist with and monitor physical, occupational, and speech therapy interventions, ensuring patient progress towards recovery goals.
• Provide care for patients with tracheostomies, central lines, or other invasive devices, ensuring proper care and prevention of complications.

Patient and Family Education:

• Educate patients and families about the care plan, medications, and equipment used in long-term care, such as ventilators, feeding tubes, or dialysis.
• Provide emotional support to both patients and families, offering resources for coping with chronic illness or long-term hospitalization.
• Teach patients and families techniques for managing at-home care, including wound care, medication administration, and lifestyle changes.

Collaboration with the Healthcare Team:

• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, respiratory therapists, physical therapists, and dietitians, to provide comprehensive care to patients.
• Participate in care planning and team meetings, offering input on patient progress and care adjustments as necessary.
• Communicate regularly with team members about patient status, concerns, and any changes in the care plan.

Infection Control and Safety:

• Follow strict infection control protocols to prevent healthcare-associated infections, especially in high-risk patients.
• Ensure the safe administration of medications and treatments, adhering to best practices for patient safety and comfort.
• Monitor patients for signs of infection, pressure ulcers, or other complications and provide prompt interventions.

Documentation and Record-Keeping:

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care, assessments, medications, and progress in EHR systems.
• Document all interactions, treatments, and observations according to facility standards and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure that documentation complies with health regulations such as HIPAA and other relevant patient privacy laws.

End-of-Life and Palliative Care:

• Provide compassionate care for patients nearing the end of life, focusing on comfort, dignity, and emotional support for both the patient and their family.
• Work with the healthcare team to develop palliative care plans, addressing pain management, symptom control, and psychological support.
• Support families through decision-making and offer guidance in advance care planning when appropriate.