Local Contract Nurse RN - Long Term Acute Care - $32-53 per hour

Company: Rang Healthcare
Location: Temple
Posted on: May 4, 2025

Job Description:

Rang Healthcare is seeking a local contract nurse RN Long Term Acute Care for a local contract nursing job in Temple, Texas. Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Long Term Acute Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 05/26/2025
• Duration: 52 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Local Contract RN LTAC Nights Job Title: Registered Nurse Location: Temple, TX Shift: Nights, (3) 12-hour shifts Department: Long-Term Acute Care/ICU Long Term Acute Care: Vent Weaning, Pulmonary Disease, Cardiopulmonary Disease, Complex Wound Care, Neuromuscular Diseases, GI Disease, Postoperative Complications, Kidney Disease (including dialysis), Post-Trauma. For ICU 2-3 to 1 nurse, Med-Surg 4-5 to 1 nurse with support of non-licensed staff and unit clerk Average length of stay for patients: 25 days Number of beds: 25 beds Wound care team 24 hour respiratory therapy team The best of both worlds in one hospital unit-ICU (Ventilators; Drips; Procedures at bedside)/Med-Surg. Opportunity to learn and grow on the same team, one hospital. CCH is like a small family. Staff and inter-disciplinary teams know and care for each other. We work hard but have fun at the same time. Every decision made is in the best interest of staff and the patients. Job Summary As a Registered Nurse, oversee patient care using a professional practice model. Responsibilities include patient assessment, recognizing health issues, creating care plans, and assessing patient responses. Secure patient travel. Know about patient needs in healthcare. Help patients and prevent issues. Follow the Texas Nursing Practice Act and delegate tasks based on condition and team competencies. Essential Functions of the Role As an RN, conduct detailed clinical assessments and prioritize patient and family needs. Create, implement, and evaluate care plans. Adjust plans to reach desired outcomes.
  Building relationships, managing discomfort, staying professional are vital in therapeutic connections with patients and families.
  Creating care plans reflecting values aids in resolving issues.
  You will help educate patients, families, nurses, and community members. Empower them with knowledge for better healthcare choices. Assess and document learning needs regularly.
  Work with colleagues and community to create a care plan. Delegate tasks carefully and follow up promptly.
  You'll use different strategies for problem-solving with patients, families, and staff. Recognize limitations and prioritize safety, effectiveness, and efficiency in patient care planning and delivery.
  Achieve goals through teamwork, recognize contributions, commit to growth. Contribute to peers' development, show community service commitment.
  
  Key Success Factors A deep understanding of nursing and patient care standards, as well as procedures.
  Know nursing laws, rules, standards, and guidelines in your area. Understand hospital procedures and rules.
  Proficiency in medical terms, focusing on health, disease prevention, management, common meds, and their side effects.
  Respect for medical and professional nursing ethics and patient privacy rights.
  Exceptional communication skills, allowing for clear expression of thoughts both verbally and in writing.
  Positive social skills to facilitate interactions with a diverse range of parties.
  Excellent problem-solving capabilities, driving effective critical thinking.
  Basic computer skills, encompassing areas such as Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, electronic medical documentation, and email.
  
  Qualifications Grad of an Accredited Program
  Specialized field of study should be nursing.
  RN license.
  Must have BLS certification or get it within 30 days of starting in this role. "We are an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide employment, compensation, and other benefits related to employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, citizenship, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law." About Rang Healthcare Founded in 2005, Rang Healthcare (a division of Rang Technologies Inc) has been staffing clients for over 17 years for administrative, nursing and IT/Systems. Rang Healthcare offers extensive recruiting experience in a cost-effective manner. We help institutions successfully reduce complexity, boost productivity, and enhance patient outcomes. We provide the specialized talent and expertise you require, whether it's for a direct hire, contract-to-hire, or contract position. It is now even more vital to collaborate with a firm that has the knowledge and expertise to provide the best in class and most qualified personnel. You can count on the Rang Healthcare for talent acquisition. We are an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide employment, compensation, and other benefits related to employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, citizenship, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. Benefits
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Dental benefits
  • Referral bonus
  • Vision benefits
  • Weekly pay

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