A-Team Solutions LLC is seeking Registered Nurses for full-time contract positions in the PACU at the VA Hospital in Las Vegas. Coverage will July 1st upon credentialing for 6 - month contract. The expected schedule will be Monday- Friday with rotating shifts (no weekends or holidays required) Example shifts are: 6a-2:30pm, 6a-6:30pm, 7a-3:30pm, 7a-7:30pm, 8a-8:30pm, 8a-4:30pm, 12p-8:30pm, 6a-4:30pm, 7a-5:30pm, 8a-6:30pm or 10a-8:30pm.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Demonstrates competency in the management of patients in PACU with specific skills in assessment, patient education, toxicity management and emergencies.

Obtains patient history and pertinent family history.

Assesses patient and plans appropriate nursing care.

Documents plan of care and care given in patient's medical record.

Verifies transcription of Physician's orders, and does not accept verbal orders.

Carries out prescribed Physician's orders and documents inpatient medical record.

Communicates pertinent patient data to the Charge Nurse and/or Physician as appropriate.

Re-assesses patient's condition and revises plans-of-care based on problems that the Nurse Identifies.

Possesses knowledge of actions and usual dosages of most commonly used emergency drugs and their location on crash cart.

Assesses and document patient response to medication that have been administered.

Reorganizes and initiates appropriate measures in emergencies.

Instructs patient/family regarding prescribed medications/therapies and surgical/diagnostic procedures that must be accomplished.

Assesses patient/family knowledge level, implement plan of instructions and record patient/family demonstrated level of understanding.

Operates defibrillator, EKG machines and cardiac monitor.

Participates in discharge planning, as appropriate.

Can initiate life saving measures in the absence of Physicians.

Maintains a neat personal appearance and maintains professional decorum.

Consistently applies the VA's customer service standards, always demonstrating helpful, courteous, and respectful conduct.

Respects patient's rights, including but not limited to visual and auditory privacy.

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, FSA

Requirements:

Must be a US Citizen and able to pass a full background check

RNs must have a minimum of one year direct patient care experience within the last three years in the field.

Must have BLS and ACLS through AHA

RNs must have a current license in at least one state, territory, or commonwealth in the US or the District of Columbia.

Must be authorized to work in U.S.

For more information about the position, please contact Lara Gullett at 606-356-3960 or lgullett@a-teamsolutions.com

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A-Team Solutions LLC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.