Licensed Practical Nurse - Night Shift - Health Care
Location: Wichita
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
Nucleus Healthcare is seeking a local contract nurse RN Acute
Care for a local contract nursing job in Wichita, Kansas. Acute
Care ~ Discipline: RN ~ Shift: 12 hours ~ Employment Type: Local
Contract Short Description: 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. Bedside Acute Care RN Night
Shift AND Day Shift – 3x12s We deliver superior quality in all that
we do. • Materials Handling • Infectious Diseases • Follows all
hospital guidelines outlining standards of personal appearance,
attendance and punctuality. Based on the Competency Program
established for direct care providers, possesses the skills and
competencies necessary to perform job function in accordance with
population served criteria. 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. 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.
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.
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. Prioritizes activities and plans for
effective use of time and staff in meeting patient needs. Graduate
of an accredited school of nursing; Related experience in Clinical
Applications preferred. Nucleus Healthcare Job ID 3589. 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. 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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