The Inpatient Hold - Critical Care unit consists of up to 22 beds embedded in the Emergency Department to accommodate admitted ICU, IMCU, or acute care patients awaiting bed placement on an inpatient floor. This mixed acuity unit is staffed based on the level of acuity, with typical staffing ratios ranging from 1:1 to 1:3. Patient stays usually last less than 24 hours; however, during high census periods, patients may remain for longer. The unit operates efficiently, often assigning beds to numerous patients simultaneously.
Weekend shifts are required every other week, and there is no on-call requirement. Nurses may float within their scope of practice as needed.
Applicants should have at least 2 years of relevant experience. First-time travelers are accepted for this position.
Candidates will undergo a clinical review to assess their fit for the position. Successful candidates who meet clinical guidelines will be forwarded to the hiring manager for final consideration. Clinical screenings will be conducted on a case-by-case basis.
Requests for time off should not exceed 7 days per contract.
If a major holiday occurs during the assignment, the traveler is expected to work it. For two major holidays, both must be worked. If three major holidays fall within the assignment, the traveler is required to work two out of the three holidays.
Full compliance is required to ensure an on-time start. Delays in compliance may result in a pushback of two weeks due to the bi-weekly orientation schedule.
Local candidates are accepted at the same rate.
The number of non-billable orientation hours is determined by the contract length, with 8 hours for an 8-week assignment and 10 hours for a 10-week assignment.
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Wellspring One (formerly Wellspring Nurse Source) is a nurse-owned and operated healthcare staffing company built around one simple belief: clinicians deserve exceptional support. Our team is honored to represent what we believe is the greatest workforce on earth, and we work every day to support our clinicians with the same level of excellence they bring to their patients.
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