Travel Nurse RN - Dialysis
Decatur, GA
TNAA TotalMed RN
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,493/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- Continuing Education
- 401k retirement plan
- Sick pay
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Referral bonus
- Employee assistance programs
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Benefits start day 1
Qualifications
- Your "Profile Strength" must be at 100%
- Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing
Description
We're looking for Dialysis RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in Decatur, GA. The right RN should have 1-2 years recent acute care experience. Read below for more requirements.
As a Dialysis Travel Nurse, you will provide care and support for patients suffering from acute and chronic renal (kidney) failure. RNs should have experience and skill assisting pre- and during dialysis procedures, following physician orders.
As a Dialysis Travel Nurse, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:
- Prime dialyzer and bloodlines.
- Record patients' medical information and vital signs.
- Prepare dialysis equipment.
- Oversee dialysis treatment.
- Cannulate accesses.
- Clean and dress permanent and temporary catheters.
- Identify irregular dialysis reactions and notify appropriate medical team members.
- Teach patient and significant others how to manage illness.
Requirements*: BLS, 2 Years
* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.
Employer
TNAA TotalMed RN
33 nurses recommend working with TNAA TotalMed RN
Pros
Very organized and helpful. Tons of traveler resources. Friendly and helpful recruiters. Very quick in response.
Cons
More places to travel.
Recommends working with TNAA TotalMed RN
TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.
TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.
About Decatur, GA
As a Travel Dialysis Nurse in Decatur, GA here's what you should know:- Decatur's cost of living is slightly higher than the national average, with housing being the main contributor.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living, but it's important to budget for housing expenses.
- In summer, average highs are around 89°F and lows around 71°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 53°F and lows around 34°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Decatur, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms and local real estate agencies.
- Decatur is car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system, including buses and a metro rail system, MARTA, which connects Decatur to Atlanta and other neighboring areas.
- Decatur is a diverse community with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities in the area.
- Decatur offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, and sports activities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy parks, trails, and community events throughout the year.
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