Registered Nurse RN Per Diem PRN - $51.73 per hour
Nursa11 months ago
Oakland, CA, United States
On-site
Temporary
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
Join our growing network of dedicated and experienced registered nurses (RNs) finding high-paying per diem job opportunities in Oakland, California. With Nursa, RNs provide and coordinate patient care across hospitals, long-term care centers, assisted living facilities, skilled nursing centers, outpatient care centers, home healthcare services, dialysis clinics, and other nursing care facilities. In this role, you will assess patients’ healthcare needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and provide education and emotional support to patients and their families.
Key Responsibilities
- Collect information and assess a patient’s condition by taking vital signs, obtaining medical history, performing physical examinations, and analyzing laboratory tests.
- Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to plan and coordinate patient care.
- Develop and implement patient care plans based on ongoing assessments and physician instructions.
- Administer medications and other treatments as prescribed.
- Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in a patient's condition.
- Work with patients and family members to explain treatments and procedures.
- Advocate for the best interests of the patient and serve as a communicator between the patient and the healthcare team.
- Educate patients and family members about health promotion, self-care management, and offer emotional support.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
Required Qualifications
- Current and valid RN license
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and/or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Knowledge of nursing procedures and protocols
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to provide compassionate and reliable care
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive hourly rates
- Fast and straightforward payments
- Flexible scheduling to accommodate your lifestyle
- Access to a wide range of per diem jobs and short-term assignments
- User-friendly platform and downloadable app for easy job booking
Required Skills
Patient Assessment
Medication Administration
Nursing Care Planning
BLS Certification
Team Collaboration
Patient Education
CPR Certification
RN License