Travel Nurse RN - PCU - $1,924 per week in Grants Pass, OR

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Grants Pass
Posted on: October 24, 2024

Job Description:

TravelNurseSource is working with Infojini Healthcare to find a qualified PCU RN in Grants Pass, Oregon, 97527 Pay Information $1,924 per week About The Position ID: 51664470 Shift: 1845-0715 Description: Additional Information: Position Description: 1.General job duties. Types of procedures required. The IMCU RN s primary function is to provide an environment wherein adult medical and surgical patients requiring intermediate care can be frequently assessed, monitored, and receive appropriate therapy and nursing interventions. IMCU patients generally fall into two categories: patients who require an increased intensity of nursing care and/or patients who require an increased level of monitoring. The IMCU RN collaborates with all members of the multidisciplinary team - RT, PT, OT, Pharmacy, Discharge Planning, Surgeons and Hospitalists.The IMCU is reserved for patients requiring less care than standard intensive care but more than that which is available from ward care. Characteristics of intermediate care patients (as compared to critical care patients) include: a decreased risk of a life-threatening event, a decreased need for invasive monitoring, increased stability, and an increased ability to participate in their own care.Examples of procedures and medication drips to manage: insulin, precedex, cardizem, amiodarone, epidurals & PCAs, tracheostomies, BiPAP, and heated high flow oxygen. 2.Equipment utilized in the unit/dept. (Is there computerized charting, medication systems, etc.)Computerized charting in EPIC. Medication charting in EPIC. Use of Omnicell for medication retreival. Use of GE Monitors for cardiac monitoring and vital signs. Other general equipment used would be a vein finder for IV starting, bladder scanner, and a defibrillator/pacer in code situations. 3.Required skills and minimum years of experience.2 years4.Specific licensures and certifications/registrations required. (ARRT, CRT, BLS, ACLS, etc)ACLS, BLS5.Shift or schedule requirements. (Will the employee ever work alone? Is call required? If so, how often? Are weekends required?) Variable schedule days and/or variable schedule nights, 12-hour shifts. Weekend availability is required, minimum 2-4 weekend shifts per 4-week period. The employee will not work alone. Call or "standby" is only required if there are more staff members scheduled than required. There is no scheduled call. 6.Floating to other units/departments. (If so, to which units/departments?)Possible floating to med/surg units. IMCU Travelers who have ICU experience may float to ICU to care for lower acuity patients at times7.Bed size/number of rooms for this unit/dept.12 bed IMCU8.Nurse to patient ratio of this unit. (nursing only) Generally one nurse to three patients, but can vary based on nursing intensity and patient acuity.9.Dress Scrubs10.Tell us about the unit/department specific training and orientation program.All new staff complete a general hospital and nursing orientation through Asante New Employee Orientation.In addition, intermediate care nurses complete an orientation developed by the staff development specialist that is specific to the IMCU and may be customized based on an identified learning needs assessment.Comments: Will be asked to float as needed. OR RN License Required for starting. Temp license available for non-OR RN36 Hour GTD; Will consider 48 GTD OT billed after 48 hours worked12 hours non-billable orientation for first work weekGuaranteed hours do not apply to the first work week24 hours non-billable customer call off per 13 weeks Name of Position Requirements - Does your candidate require time off during the assignment? If yes, please disclose. - Is this candidate a 1099? - Active OR RN License Verification - BLS Certificate - Minimum 2yrs of experience - ACLS - Willing to float to Med/Surg if needed? Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week Contract Weeks:91 26123818EXPTEMP Job Requirements Required for Onboarding Competency Exam Core Mandatory Exam Self Assessment (Skills Checklist) 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Change environments regularly to prevent burnout, maintaining enthusiasm and passion for your nursing career. The variety in assignments keeps your work engaging and fulfilling. In times of public health crises, travel nurses often play essential roles in vaccination campaigns, disease control efforts, and other initiatives that contribute to the well-being of communities. There is a strong community of travel nurses who share experiences, advice, and support through online forums and social media groups, creating a sense of camaraderie and shared purpose. Travel nurses can bring fresh perspectives to healthcare facilities, contributing ideas and insights that may lead to improvements in patient care, safety, and overall healthcare quality. Travel nurses may benefit from tax advantages such as housing stipends and per diems, helping them maximize their income and financial stability.

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