Renal Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Augusta, GA
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position

Location: Augusta, Georgia
Contract Length: 14 weeks

Job Summary

• Patient Population: Adults to Geriatrics
• Unit: Renal Med Surg
• Nurse to Patient Ratio: 1:5-6
• Average Daily Census: 48 patients in a 49-room unit
• Electronic Systems: Epic (required), Pyxis, SBAR
• Scrub Color: Navy Blue
• Return to Office (RTO): Maximum 7 days
• Weekend Schedule: Every other weekend
• Floating: Yes
• Call Requirements: None
• Holiday Work: Required to work major holidays during assignment (expectations vary based on number of holidays during contract)

Experience & Certifications

• Minimum Specialty Experience: 1 year (1st timers accepted)
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required
• Required Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) may be required depending on specialty area
  • Other certifications (PALS, NRP, EFM) may be required depending on unit assignment
• Competency Exams: Medication Test/Pharmacology, Dysrhythmia/EKG (if applicable)
• Color Blind Testing: Required

Compliance & Orientation

• Full compliance with documentation and certifications required to start on time
• Orientation hours vary based on contract length (e.g., 8 hours for 8-week assignment)
• Background checks, education verification, and licensure must be completed prior to start
• Physical exam, drug testing, and immunizations required as per facility policy

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months
• TB Questionnaire updated annually
• Immunizations or titers required for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (series, titer, or declination)
  • Varicella
• Seasonal Flu Vaccination or Declination required

Additional Information

• Floating to other units may be required
• No call responsibilities
• Must adhere to dress and professional appearance policies
• Candidate must review and sign facility-specific Code of Conduct prior to start
• References and skills checklist required by agency (not client)

This position is suitable for Registered Nurses with at least 1 year of experience in renal medical-surgical nursing, comfortable working with adult to geriatric patients, and able to comply with facility-specific requirements and certifications.