Med-Surg RN
Augusta, GA
PRIDE Health
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,472/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- 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 - Med Surg
Location: Augusta, Georgia
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Unit & Work Environment
- Unit: 5 West, Med-Surg
- Number of Beds: 40
- Patient Ratio: Approximately 1 nurse to 7 patients
- Staffing per Shift: 1 clinical nurse coordinator, 7 nurses, 4 patient care technicians (PCTs), 1 unit coordinator (UC)
- Equipment: Standard medical equipment for med-surg units
- Documentation System: Meditech
- Scheduling: 36 hours per week with rotating weekends
- Floating Policy: Contract staff float first to like units
- Dress Code: Royal blue top and bottom uniform required
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Georgia
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
- Minimum 2 years of Med Surg nursing experience, including experience within the last year
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- De-escalation skills in a healthcare setting
Skills & Procedures
- Med-Surg nursing skills required
- Procedures performed on unit include EKGs, glucose monitoring, and venipuncture
- No advanced skills required
Additional Information
- The hospital is a large facility with 354 beds and offers a variety of specialty services including burn care, mobility rehabilitation, digestive disease, pelvic health, stroke care, and emergency services with short wait times.
- Staff report positive culture and strong managerial support.
- Augusta offers a rich cultural environment with historical sites, live events, dining, nightlife, and notable annual events such as a major golf tournament.
Weekly Hours
- 48 hours per week expected
Employer
PRIDE Health
57 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
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 Augusta, GA
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Augusta, GA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Augusta, GA is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Augusta experiences hot and humid summers with average highs around 92°F and mild winters with average lows around 35°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Augusta, GA and can be relatively easy to find, especially in popular areas.
- Augusta is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Augusta has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the pollen in the area.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Augusta.
- Augusta offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine and international dining options.
- The city has a vibrant arts and music scene, with opportunities to enjoy live performances.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy golf, as Augusta is home to the prestigious Masters Tournament.
- Outdoor activities such as hiking, boating, and fishing are popular due to the city's proximity to the Savannah River and nearby parks.
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