Local Contract Nurse RN - Acute Care (3 Days Left)
Company: Nucleus Healthcare
Location: Springfield
Posted on: June 29, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Description Nucleus Healthcare is seeking a local contract
nurse RN Acute Care for a local contract nursing job in
Springfield, Missouri. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty:
Acute Care - Discipline: RN - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per
week - Shift: 12 hours - Employment Type: Local Contract Nucleus
Healthcare is seeking an Registered Nurse (RN) to join a
prestigious health system in Springfield, Missouri. The Registered
Nurse (RN) maintains the delivery of quality care by assuring the
nursing care plan is followed. The RN supervises Licensed Practical
Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, and orientees. 8-13 Week
Assignment Both Day & Night Shifts Available Job Title: Registered
Nurse (RN)Location: Springfield, MO JOB-SPECIFIC
DUTIES/COMPETENCIES - Performs a nursing assessment on all patients
within 8 hours of admission. The data collected forms the basis of
an individualized plan of care. Identifies teaching needs and goals
related to the diagnosis of each patient from the nursing admission
assessment and by - collaborating with patient/family and the
Interdisciplinary team. - Provides patient information and status
in a timely manner for the Initial Team Conference and for
Re-evaluation Team Conferences on a weekly basis. Responsible and
accountable for accurate, succinct and timely documentation of all
assessments, interventions and patient’s response in the medical
record in accordance with policy. - Participates in the patient
rehabilitation program on an assigned unit. Is responsible and
accountable for direct patient care by utilizing the nursing
process of assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient
care with a priority on the education of the
patient/family/significant other based on the health care needs
identified. Uses a positive and encouraging approach to achieve
patient goals and quality outcomes. - Initiates discharge planning
on all patients from the day of admission. Initiates patient
teaching in anticipation of the discharge date. - Communicates all
pertinent information regarding changes in patient’s status from
one care provider to another, to support continuity of care and
patient safety. This includes the attending physician and the
Charge Nurse. Seeks consultation from more senior nursing staff in
support of complex clinical decision-making. - Provides direction,
training and supervision of ancillary nursing personnel by
utilizing problem solving techniques in decision making,
organizing, setting priorities and using time effectively.
Delegates appropriately. - Provides for and assures personal and
environmental safety in accordance with hospital and nursing
policies and procedures. - Positively contributes to the
functioning of the unit by providing calm direction and reassurance
to ancillary staff, other departments, - patients and families.
Participates in team building activities on the unit to create a
positive and efficient work environment. - Maintains communication
with manager and senior nursing staff related to service needs such
as necessary supplies, equipment (including repairs) and clinical
training in order to effectively complete assigned duties. Provides
care in a cost effective manner while promoting quality patient
outcomes, monitors supplies and charges. - Assumes charge
responsibility following orientation period as requested. -
Identifies and initiates own professional growth, actively pursuing
professional development through continuing education and self -
study. - Prioritizes activities and plans for effective use of time
and staff in meeting patient needs. - Performs other duties as
requested. Additional Qualifications - Required Certification: BLS,
ACLS, NIH - 2 Years Bedside is Required Nucleus Healthcare Job ID
3730. About Nucleus Healthcare Nucleus Healthcare is a staffing and
recruitment agency partnering with top-tier healthcare and life
sciences facilities and organizations to deliver quality candidates
looking for meaningful employment. We have permanent placement and
long-contract jobs nationwide in nursing, allied health, healthcare
operations and hospitality, and life sciences. Our vision of
redefining the way healthcare does business is what fuels our
mission to empower the people who power healthcare. Connect with a
Nucleus recruiter who will partner with you to differentiate every
step of your job search process today! ?Benefits: - Ask your
Nucleus Healthcare recruiter about the benefits offered by the
facility/organization you are interested in applying for. - Nucleus
Healthcare offers a generous $1,000 referral bonus.
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