Travel Contract

Registered Nurse - ICU/PCU
State College, PA
Bluebird Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,050/week

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Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$2,050/week

Qualifications

The employer will review your Vivian profile and compare it against the job qualifications listed below.

Profile

Resume
Minimum of 85%

Work Experience

Intensive Care Unit Nurse, Definitive Observation Unit Nurse, Progressive Care Nurse, Surgical Stepdown Nurse, Stepdown Nurse or Intermediate Care Nurse (2 years)

License

Pennsylvania Nursing License

Certifications

Basic Life Support

Other

Completed skills checklist for this specialty

Description

Bluebird Features and Benefits:

Competitive compensation & stipends
Weekly Pay
Day 1 Health Benefits - Medical, Vision, Dental plan
401k plan with Vanguard
Guaranteed Stipends on Hospital canceled shifts
Double OT on 48-hour work weeks
Paid orientation for onboarding requirements
Paid medical requirements by Bluebird
Nurse Referral Bonus Program
Extension bonuses
No off-shore recruiters
Dedicated recruiter available 24/7 to assist with all of your travel contract needs
Exclusive contract opportunities
Government contract opportunities

PA - RN - ICU/PCU - Nights - Mount Nittany Health, State College

Preference will be given to those with EPIC experience as we transition from Meditech to EPIC on 5/30
Responsible to the Unit Director/Manager/designee for overall nursing practice. Provides professional nursing care to treat human responses to life-threatening problems, based on the American Association of Critical Care Nursing (AACN) Standards. This includes the responsibility for assessment of the patients needs, development of a plan of care, implementation of nursing measures and evaluation of the effectiveness of the nursing care and other treatments to protect, maintain, and restore health for the pediatric through geriatric age population. The Critical Care nurse recognizes cardiac arrhythmias and life-threatening emergency situations and takes appropriate action.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assessment is ongoing for all critically ill patients to promote optimal outcome.Conducts a comprehensive health history and physical assessment.
Prioritizes patient problems/needs according to the actual/potential threat.

• Develops and implements a plan of care based on ongoing assessments. A problem list is developed, prioritized and updated to meet critically ill patients' needs, which includes discharge planning and appropriate referrals.

• Manages life-threatening complications of critically ill patients per Mount Nittany Medical Center policies and procedures and based on AACN standards. Interventions are established to prevent life-threatening complications, maintain airway and ventilation, hemodynamic stability, and stable heart rhythm.

• Accepts responsibility and accountability for maintaining knowledge and skills in critical care practice.Maintains an awareness of professional issues.
Updates knowledge and clinical skills on an ongoing basis.
Remains current on concepts, trends, scientific advances, biomedical equipment and ethics relating to Critical Care Nursing by updating knowledge and clinical skills on ongoing basis.
Ensures the minimum qualifications of position are met at all times including licensure, certification and registration.
Completes mandatory education and participates in annual competency fair.

• Assists with temporary pacemaker insertion and ambulance transport as needed

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Bluebird Staffing Job ID #100915. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse - Cardiac ICU

Employer

Bluebird Staffing

About

Bluebird Staffing is a Joint Commission Certified staffing agency that specializes in contract, per diem, and permanent placements for healthcare professionals. Our team is compromised of previous clinicians and are dedicated to ensuring your experience is top notch with our company. We specialize in the recruitment of RNs, Radiology Techs, Physical Therapists, Respiratory Therapists, Laboratory Professionals, and more!

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About State College, PA

As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in State College, PA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly lower than the national average, making it relatively affordable.
Wages may be slightly lower to match the cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs of 80-85°F and winter lows of 20-25°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available, and options can be found relatively easily, especially during non-peak times.

Transportation

Car friendliness with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
Limited public transportation options.

Demographics

Diverse population due to the university, with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include seasonal allergies.
State College is home to a large population of travel nurses due to the university and healthcare facilities.

Things to Do

Numerous restaurants offering local fare, vibrant art and music scene, support for various sports due to the university, and abundant outdoor activities with nearby parks and mountains.

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