Travel Nurse RN - PCU in New Orleans, LA - Excellent Benefits 2024-09-23

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: New Orleans
Posted on: September 23, 2024

Job Description:

TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in New Orleans, Louisiana, 70121 About The Position Job Title: Registered Nurse - GI Stepdown Unit Job Specialty: PCU Job Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night 3x12-Hour (18:45 - 07:15) Guaranteed Hours: Information not provided Experience: Minimum of 2 years in PCU specialty License: Compact or State License required Certifications: - Required: BCLS - Preferred: NIH, ACLS, PCU Certification Must-Have: EPIC experience, COVID-19 and Flu vaccines (Medical/Religious Exemptions Only) Job Description: - Care for patients with diagnoses such as diverticulitis, colitis, pancreatitis, various cancers, small bowel obstructions, delayed gastric emptying, tracheal stenosis, various fistulas, and hip fractures. - Work with special procedures including Triple AAA repair, exploratory laparotomy, laryngectomy, ileostomy takedown, esophagectomy, Whipple procedure, gastrectomy, chest tubes, lung resection, VAT, RAT, and liver resections. - Utilize special equipment such as IS, bedside commode, polar ice machine, urinals, continuous Doppler inside surgical wounds, bear hugger, specialty beds, wound vac, and bladder irrigations. - Maintain a patient-to-nurse ratio of 1:4. - Must be willing to float as needed. - Orientation includes 8 non-billable hours. Additional Information: - The unit does not accept first-time travelers. - Travelers must be from a minimum distance from the facility. - Criminal background checks and drug screenings may be required. - References from previous managers or supervisors are necessary for contract clearance. - AHA certifications are mandatory. - AWHONN Intermediate is necessary for L&D specialization. - Previous employees must have a gap of one year if they have worked as permanent staff or in-house agency contractors before becoming travelers. 25851051EXPTEMP Job Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS - AHA BLS - AHA Core Competency Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing A diverse portfolio of experiences adds depth to your professional profile. This can be beneficial if you decide to pursue leadership roles, advanced degrees, or specialized certifications. Connect with healthcare professionals nationwide, expanding your professional network. These connections can open doors to new career opportunities, collaborations, and lifelong friendships within the healthcare community. Develop strong problem-solving skills and self-reliance as you navigate new environments independently. This independence is not only professionally empowering but also personally fulfilling. Different healthcare facilities may have varying nursing policies and procedures. Adapting to these variations helps you understand the importance of compliance and the rationale behind different policies. Each assignment introduces you to new colleagues, mentors, and professionals in the healthcare industry. Building a diverse professional network can open doors to future career opportunities and collaborations.

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