Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit 2,610 per week

Job Details A hospital near Sacramento is looking for an experienced Neuro MedSurg/Tele for a travel contract. The right candidate will hold several certifications and a CA License.
Job Requirements 2 years of experience
Active BLS
ACLS
NIHSS
An active CA License
Prefer CNRN or SCRN certification
Able to read and interpret EKG strips
Schedule Information 12 hr shifts
Shift starts at 6:45
Report at the bedside
OT and extra shifts are available
Self-scheduling is used, but is not finalized until Manager balances it
Schedules are out 4 weeks
Travelers can access their schedules from home
Travelers can make themselves 'available' for extra shifts and make trades with other staff
Block scheduling is generally not available
Every other weekend requirement
Rotate in with core staff for holidays
Unit Specific Information Unit: MST Neuroscience Unit (5T)
Number of beds in unit: 30
Nurse to patient ratios: 1 to 4-5
Charge Nurse does not generally take patients but will do break relief
Nurse Aides available as dictated by census and staffing
May float to all other Sacramento facilities, tele and MedSurg floors
Floor specific orientation: 1-2 days on the floor with a preceptor
Common diagnosis/types of patients: CVA, neuro surgical, neuro medical, and MST overflow patients
Additional Details ACLS, BLS, NIHSS required
Sup refs needed at submittal: 1 within 12 months & 1 within 3 years worked
Modules required before start of assignment, taking on average 3-4 hours
Travelers will work 2 of the 3 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years)
Holiday time off considered but not guaranteed
Dysrhythmia exam (BASIC) through UNA is required to be taken and passed within 48 hours post-acceptance