Travel RN - Med/Surg

American Traveler, LLC.; Red Bluff (CA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High pay

Bonuses

Day 1 benefits insurance

401(k) plan

Housing allowance

Licensure reimbursements

Per diem

Traveler rewards

Job summary

American Traveler, LLC. is seeking a Med/Surg RN for a 13-week nights assignment in a fast-paced acute care unit in California. Requires 2-3 years of Med/Surg experience and tele experience, with active CA RN license (Standard or Compact) and BLS/ACLS. Pediatric experience preferred.

Shift is 12-hour nights with 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio, Cerner EMR, and travel benefits including housing allowance and licensure reimbursement. References and license verification required.

Qualifications

• Active CA RN license (Standard or Compact) required.
• Current BLS and ACLS (AHA) certifications required; PALS preferred.
• 2-3 years of experience in Med/Surg specialty required.
• Pediatric experience preferred; travelers without pediatric experience will not be assigned pediatric patients.
• Nursys license verification required.
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration.
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer/supervisor from within the last 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Acute care Level 3 trauma hospital setting on a combined adult medsurg and pediatric medsurg telemetry unit with 45 beds.
• Nurse to patient ratio of 1 to 5.
• Titrate Heparin and Protonix drips as needed.
• Uses Cerner EMR.
• 12-hour night shifts on a 7-7 block with self-scheduling and advance notice.

Skills

Telemetry

Pediatrics exposure

ACLS/BLS certified

Education

CA RN License (Standard or Compact)

Job description

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a 13-week nights assignment requiring 2-3 years of specialty experience and tele experience in a fast-paced acute care unit.

Requirements

• Active CA RN license (Standard or Compact) required, pending licenses not accepted
• Current BLS and ACLS (AHA) certifications required; PALS preferred
• 2-3 years of experience in Med/Surg specialty required
• Pediatric experience preferred; travelers without pediatric experience will not be assigned pediatric patients
• Nursys license verification required
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months worked and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years worked, including employment dates and rehire eligibility

Responsibilities

• Acute care Level 3 trauma hospital setting on a combined adult medsurg and pediatric medsurg telemetry unit with 45 beds
• Nurse to patient ratio of 1 to 5
• Common diagnoses include COPD, post-op, GI bleeds, OBGYN surgeries, ortho, sepsis, altered mental status, chest pain r/o, stroke, cellulitis, and ETOH withdrawal
• RNs titrate Heparin and Protonix drips
• Uses Cerner EMR
• 12-hour night shifts on a 7-7 block schedule with some self-scheduling, published 30-45 days in advance
• Every other weekend or 4 weekend shifts in a 4-week schedule required
• Call or standby requirement
• Floating to tele or OB units is optional for those with relevant experience
• First to float designation for this position
• Nurse aides present on unit except 1am-7am when no tech is available
• Respiratory therapy equipment used includes CPAP, BiPap, and high-flow
• Charge nurse functions as team lead and does not take a patient assignment
• Fast-paced unit with quick patient turnover and an average length of stay of 3 days
• Hospitalist coverage available onsite but not 24/7
• Holiday coverage required as part of the standard staff rotation
• Unit-specific orientation lasts 2-3 days, including a scavenger hunt activity
• Navy blue scrubs required
• First-time travelers may be considered depending on experience level
• Candidates must not have been directly employed by any CommonSpirit-associated facility, including CHI and/or Dignity, within the past year
• Candidates previously employed PRN through outside staffing firms will be considered

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job ID: P-777033

Open Positions: 1