CCU Registered Nurse
Athens, GA
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,983/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (1 year)
- Skills Checklist
- Updated Resume
Description
Registered Nurse (CCU) - Travel/Contract Position
Location: Athens, Georgia
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Details
- Specialty: Registered Nurse
- Unit: Critical Care Unit (CCU)
- Shift: Day shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM)
- Hours per week: 36
- Patient Ratios: Typically 1:5-6 (LTAC setting)
- Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Georgia
- Minimum 1 year of recent experience in Coronary Care Unit (CCU)
- Experience in a Long Term Acute Care (LTAC) setting
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Skills in tracheostomy (trachs) care
- ACLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Compliance & Documentation Requirements
- Unexpired government-issued photo ID (e.g., driver’s license or state ID)
- Background checks within 1 year, including SS trace, county searches (7 years), nationwide sex offender search
- EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start
- Transcript/Diploma verification (High School diploma required)
- NURSYS license verification prior to start
- Medication/Pharmacology competency exam as applicable
- Signed acknowledgment of facility safety and orientation manuals
- Photo for badge (clear, plain background)
- Review and completion of staff orientation, key clinical policies, dress code, and onboarding forms
Health & Immunization Requirements
- Physical exam within 12 months prior to start
- Fit testing for N95 mask within past year (annual update required)
- Immunizations/vaccinations or documented immunity for:
- Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap
- Measles (Rubeola)
- Mumps
- Rubella
- Hepatitis B
- Varicella
- Negative TB test (2-step PPD, Q-Gold, T-SPOT, or chest X-ray) within 6 months prior to start (annual update required)
- TB questionnaire completed within 6 months prior to start
- Drug screening within 12 months prior to start
- Seasonal flu vaccination or declination during flu season (Nov 1 - Mar 31)
- COVID-19 vaccination or declination
Additional Requirements
- Two professional references within 3 years of hire
- Employment application and skills checklist required
Notes
- This is a travel contract position with local pay parity (local same as travel)
- The facility is a Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) setting, which influences patient ratios and required skills
- Shift pattern is consistent with 3 twelve-hour day shifts per week
This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this Registered Nurse travel contract position in CCU at an LTAC facility in Georgia.
Employer
PRIDE Health
57 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
Pros
Gargi was the first one to take a chance on me and land me an interview with a company. She is adept in science and took an interest in my specialty background. I am excited about the oppurtunities and not being dismissed for not having any generalist experience, despite nearly a decade of professional skill building within a reference laboratory.
Cons
None
PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
About Athens, GA
As a Travel Coronary Care Nurse in Athens, GA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Athens, GA is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing a good balance for residents.
- Average summer highs range from 89°F to 92°F, while winter lows range from 32°F to 35°F.
- Summers can be hot and humid, while winters are relatively mild with occasional cold snaps.
- Short-term rentals are available in Athens, GA, and can be found with relative ease.
- There are options for furnished apartments and houses to accommodate travel nurses.
- Athens is a car-friendly city with relatively low traffic congestion.
- Public transportation options include buses operated by Athens-Clarke County Transit System, providing convenient travel within the city.
- Athens, GA has a diverse population with a mix of students, families, and professionals.
- The city has a relatively young demographic due to the presence of the University of Georgia.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions.
- Athens is home to a large population of travel nurses due to its medical facilities and university-affiliated hospitals.
- Athens offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants serving southern cuisine and international flavors.
- The city has a rich music scene with live performances at venues like the Georgia Theatre.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the State Botanical Garden of Georgia, numerous parks, and hiking trails.
- Sports fans can catch exciting college sports events at the University of Georgia.
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