Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Macon, GA
TalentBurst, Inc
3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,858/week

Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$1,858/week

Description

Title: Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

Location: Macon Georgia 31201

Duration: 13 Weeks

Shift: 12hr Night Shift - 36 Shift Information: 7P-7A Clinical Interviewing- Yes - Manager Approval to Offer On Call, Call Back Requirements: None Weekend Rotation: 6 shifts on a 6 week schedule (6 out of 12 shifts) Holiday Requirements: Travelers will work 75% of holidays Floating Requirements: all med surg / telemetry units
**Start Date - Oct 5th**

About Facility:

637 Licensed Beds
Level 1 Trauma Designation
Teaching Hospital
Chest Pain Center

Stroke Center
Unit Information:

Beds: 16
Avg Census – 16 patients

Minimum Years of Experience required: 2 years – Med/Tele RN experience

Will you accept a first-time traveler: Yes

Patient Types/Common Diagnoses:

Chest pain, syncope/vomiting, abdominal pain, cellulitis, COPD exacerbation, heart failure observation, dehydration, hypertension, diabetes, POD#1 requiring hospital stay overnight, simple trauma, MVC, fall
Waiting an Inpatient Room for admission (used to decompress the ER)

Patient Ratios:

RN: 1:4-6
LPN: 1:4-6
CNA: 1-2 per shift

Required License, National Certification, Certs (BLS, ACLS, etc.), or other position specific requirements such as Driver's License and/or Insurance:

RN License (associate s degree at a minimum)
BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS required
BCR (Basic Cardiac Rhythm) – test completed during onboarding

Skills required:

trach care, chest tube management, PIV starts, glucommander, insulin drips (required), heparin drips, drips to titrate to HR NOT BP
Strong clinical assessment and time management
IV insertion and Maintenance skills
Cardiac monitoring and interpretation
Care coordination with interdisciplinary teams
Discharge planning knowledge and patient education

Support within the Department:

CNA: assist with VS, Glucose Checks, baths, feeding, ambulating patients, assisting turning patients, hourly rounding, transporting patients as needed (Hospital has designated Transport Team); obtain blood from blood bank
Unit secretary on unit 7a-11p; then house wide call secretary 11p-7a
Charge nurse – may or may not have patient assignment
Phlebotomy: Most units are lab collect phlebotomy; nurses drawn from CVLs
IV/VAT Team: No IV team- do have a PICC team
Resource Nurse: Yes, we have discharge nurses and Resource team floats to all units
RT 24/7
Hospitalist 24/7
Intensivist 24/7
Telemetry monitoring/tech: Central Telemetry Unit

Technology/Equipment:

EMR: EPIC
IV Pump: Alaris
Med dispensing: Pyxis
Monitors: Phillips

Unit specific equipment:

VS3 vital sign monitors, Nova Glucose Stat Strips Cardiac Telemetry monitoring
Portable vital signs monitors (Dynamapp)
Bladder scanners, IV pump, portable oxygen system
Glucommander
PCA pain management
Suction machine
Use of admission/ discharge protocol for rapid turnover

Floating: If yes, where: All adult med surg / telemetry units in house

Orientation (facility and unit):

1 day orientation with work on educational modules
2 days departmental

Scheduling:

Weekend rotation: 5-6 weekend shifts out of 12 (on a 6-week schedule)
On call: If so, what is that schedule: No call
Holiday Expectations: work one shift of each major holiday (Thanksgiving Day or day after 12/24 or 12/25 12/31 or 1/1
RTO Requests: Manager approval
Shift times: 12-hour shifts 7A-7P or 7P-7A
Schedule cycle: every 6 weeks

Other notes:

Scrub Color: RN- Navy; LPN- Ceil Blue
Parking: Free: Have free parking around campus or can pay to park in parking decks
Unit Culture: busy but work as team
Unit will bed patients to this unit from the ER that are waiting on an Inpatient Admission Bed
High turnover of patients

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TalentBurst, Inc Job ID #26-29533. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

Employer

TalentBurst, Inc

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About

TalentBurst Health & Life Sciences is an established provider of healthcare workforce solutions, servicing healthcare facilities across the United States for over 15 years. As a Joint Commission Certified Agency, our commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional service has made us a trusted name in the healthcare staffing landscape.

Our mission is to bridge the gap between healthcare professionals seeking fulfilling opportunities and healthcare organizations striving to maintain their high standards of care. We are committed to providing top-notch healthcare professionals with access to facilities where they can focus on delivering exceptional patient care and thrive.

Whether you're a nurse, allied health professional, or administrative personnel, we have the expertise to match your skills and aspirations with the perfect placement.

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About Macon, GA

As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Macon, GA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Macon's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs are around 91°F, and winter lows are around 34°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Macon, with options ranging from apartments to fully furnished homes.

Transportation

Macon is car-friendly with a well-maintained road network.
Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential.

Demographics

Macon has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues include obesity and cardiovascular diseases.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Macon offers a variety of restaurants serving Southern cuisine, a vibrant art and music scene, opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and boating, and local sports events.

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