Registered Nurse - General Surgery

Overview

ERP International is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse (RN) in support of the General Surgery Department at the Mike O'Callaghan Military Medical Center, Nellis AFB, NV.

 

Be the Best!  Join our team of exceptional health care professionals across the nation. Come discover the immense pride and job satisfaction ERP Employees experience in providing care for our Military Members, their Families and Retired Military Veterans!  ERP International is honored to have been named one of The Washington Post’s 2021 Top Workplaces!

 

Connect With Us! Apply online today and discover more about this exceptional employment opportunity.  www.erpinternational.com

 

* Excellent Compensation & Exceptional Comprehensive Benefits!* Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Time, Paid Federal Holidays!

* Medical/Dental/Vision, LTD/STD/Life and Health Savings Account available!

* Annual CME Stipend and License/Certification Reimbursement!

* Matching 401K!

 

About ERP International, LLC:  ERP is a nationally respected provider of health, science, and technology solutions supporting clients in the government and commercial sectors. We provide comprehensive enterprise information technology, strategic sourcing, and management solutions to DoD and federal civilian agencies in 40 states. Founded in 2006, ERP is headquartered in Laurel, MD and maintains satellite offices in Montgomery, AL and San Antonio, TX - plus project locations nationwide. ERP is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran.

Responsibilities

Work Schedule: Schedule - 40 hours a week; 7:30 to 4:30 with 1 hour lunch Overtime - sometimes  Job Specific Details and Tasks:• The services provided in this contract will be utilized to supplement active duty Air Force providers. Performance shall be according to the requirements contained in this performance work statement (PWS), and professional standards of The Joint Commission (TJC) National Patient Safety Goals• Knowledge of professional care theories, principles, practices, disease process and procedures to perform nursing assignments of moderate difficulty and experience to acutely ill pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients as appropriate.• Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development, and pathophysiology of disease processes, specific to the critical care unit population to include all ages of the spectrum from pediatrics to geriatrics.• Knowledge of a variety of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment, the desired effects, side effects, and complications of their use as well as the accurate administration of the pharmacologic agent, including dosage calculations as required. Knowledge of the administrative requirements for proper documentation of patient conditions including disease progress, acknowledgement of teaching, and follow up care.• Knowledge of a variety of anesthetic agents used in surgical procedures, the methods of administration, the desired effects, side effects, and complications of their use to include knowledge of the administrative requirements for proper documentation of patients condition. Assesses, coordinates, facilitates and delivers care for infant to geriatric patients recovering from general, regional, and/or local anesthesia. Administers intravenous conscious sedation and recovers patients receiving conscious sedation for procedures as required.• Synthesizes and makes appropriate clinical decisions using a wide variety of data sources, specifically patient response, anesthesia and surgical report and, pre-operative progress notes.• Knowledge of computer operations and proficiency in the use of basic word processing, data entry and automated medical records• Coordinates patient care through a continuum and facilitates the achievement of optimal outcomes in relation to care, quality and cost effectiveness• Participates in the orientation and training of newly assigned personnel, as appropriate.• Ensures compliance with standards of care and practice in accordance with all established policies, procedures, and guidelines used in the medical treatment facility. Provides care within ethical and legal boundaries.• Assesses patients. Uses the nursing process as a basis for professional practice. Demonstrates proper preparation of patients for treatments and procedures, to include surgical interventions. Provides proper care and evaluation of post-procedural patients.• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with a diverse group of people for the purpose of informing the healthcare team of plans/actions, for teaching/education to benefit the patient/family and organization. Effectively uses appropriate communication format in addressing professional issues• Excellent written communication skills to perform accurate documentation, both written and electronic, of all activity in accordance with requirements.• Skill in setting up, operating and monitoring specialized medical equipment such as IV infusion pumps, cardiac monitoring devices, EKG units, oxygen analyzers, nebulizers, and other unit specific equipment.• Ability to recognize adverse signs and symptoms and react quickly in emergency situations.• Makes patient care assignments based on the scope of practice and skill level of assigned personnel. Utilizes the nursing process as a basis for professional practice.• Completes orientation and competency verification programs in accordance with (IAW) unit guidelines.• Perform with minimal supervisory direction.• Contributes to professional environment using appropriate leadership skills.• May be required to work various shifts or augment clinical nursing support during the absence of other team nurses due to illness, leave or deployment,• May serve as the charge nurse of the day for clinical oversight only, as appropriate.• Serves and participates in committees, functions and other meetings as directed. Provides relevant and timely information to these groups and assists with decision-making and process improvement. Participates in customer service initiatives, and medical readiness activities, designed to enhance health services.• Ensures a safe work environment, employee safe work habits and patient safety IAW regulatory agencies, infection control policies, and process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

* Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an educational program accredited by either the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

* Experience: One year of experience in nursing as identified in the TO after graduation.

* Licensure: Current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse from any state.

* Life Support Certifications: BLS

* Security: Must possess ability to pass a Government background check/security clearance.