Licensed Practical Nurse - Night Shift - Health Care
Company: Nucleus Healthcare
Location: Canton
Posted on: July 16, 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 Canton, Ohio. 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 3598. 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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