Licensed Practical Nurse - Night Shift - Health Care
Location: Durham
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 Durham, North Carolina.
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 3593.
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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