Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Conrad, MT
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Long Term Care (LTC) acute care position with day shifts and every other weekend requirements.

Responsibilities

• Work in a Long Term Care (LTC) facility attached to a hospital
• Patient population includes convalescent long-term care, post-stroke, CHF, hospice, respite care, and insulin-dependent diabetes management
• Resident census is typically under 40 with potential for up to 59 beds
• RN/LPN staffing ratio of 1:20-25 during days, 1 nurse at night, and 2 during the day
• CNA support with a ratio of 1:10-12 during days and 3 CNAs at night
• Shift options include 12-hour days (0600-1830) and potentially other 8- or 12-hour shifts
• Every other weekend is required
• Will work 1-2 holidays per contract
• Use of PointClickCare (PCC) charting system
• Medication is dispensed via medication cart
• No vent or trach patients currently
• Minimal medication pass on nights
• Expect to care for a variety of long-term care residents, including post-stroke and hospice patients
• Morning blood glucose checks required for insulin-dependent diabetics
• Peripheral blood draws performed by phlebotomy staff, central line draws by floor nurses
• Charge nurses take a full patient load
• Full team support includes CNAs, ward clerk (day), Director of Nursing, PT/OT/ST during days, and hospitalist coverage 24/7
• Onsite orientation includes meeting with HR, meeting with DON, and two days working with a preceptor before working independently
• Scrub color may be any professional color
• Natural nails must not exceed 1/4 inch
• Free on-site parking is available
• First-time travelers are accepted
• Time off requests up to 7 days may be approved; longer time off or holiday time at the discretion of the DON

Requirements

• Active Montana or compact RN license required
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association required
• At least 1 year of RN experience required; LTC experience not required but must be emphasized
• Experience with long-term care, post-stroke, CHF, hospice, respite, and diabetes patients preferred

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts