Local Contract

Medical/Surgical RN
Waco, TX
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$36-40/hour

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • ShiftNights
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated pay
$36-40/hour

Benefits

  • Referral bonus
  • School loan reimbursement
  • Vision benefits
  • Wellness and fitness programs
  • Company provided housing options
  • License and certification reimbursement
  • Life insurance
  • Medical benefits
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Pet insurance
  • Discount program
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Guaranteed Hours
  • Health savings account
  • Holiday Pay
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Continuing Education
  • Dental benefits

Qualifications

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    Education
  • Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Description

Job Opportunity: Travel RN - Medical/Surgical

Location: Waco, Texas
Employment Type: Travel


Job Description

  • Provide direct nursing care following established policies, procedures, and protocols.
  • Implement and monitor patient care plans.
  • Monitor, record, and communicate patient conditions appropriately.
  • Coordinate care across all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
  • Carry out physician and nursing orders.
  • Assess and coordinate patient discharge planning with the healthcare team.
  • Requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, and ability to work with minimal supervision.
  • Must be able to work in a stressful environment.

Contract Length

  • 13 weeks

Required Qualifications

  • Valid RN license in Texas
  • Minimum of 1 year of Medical/Surgical nursing experience
  • Medical/Surgical nursing experience within the last year
  • Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Required Compliance and Testing

  • Ascension Specialty Exam (passing score ≥ 80%, updated every 3 years)
  • Ascension Core Competencies (including HIPAA, Joint Commission, OSHA, etc., passing score ≥ 80%, updated every 3 years)
  • Ascension EKG Exam (passing score ≥ 80%, updated every 3 years)
  • Ascension Skills Checklist (clinical skills, updated annually)
  • Ascension Epic Test-Out (completion prior to start)

Health and Immunization Requirements

  • MMR: Proof of two vaccines or positive titer; no declinations accepted.
  • Varicella: Proof of two vaccines, immunity, or history; no declinations accepted.
  • Tdap: Valid within 10 years; no declinations accepted.
  • Hepatitis B: Documentation of vaccination series completion or signed declination.
  • Influenza Vaccine: Required during flu season; exemptions accepted with mask requirement.
  • TB Screening: Positive IGRA or PPD results, negative chest X-ray within 1 year, and annual TB questionnaire.
  • Fit Test: Required annually; preferred prior to start.
  • 2 Step PPD or IGRA within 90 days prior to start.
  • 12 Panel Drug Screen within 30 days prior to start and annually thereafter.

Additional Requirements

  • Criminal Background Check including Social Security Trace, OIG Search, National Sex Offender Registry, and others within 30 days prior to start; updated annually.
  • Employment and Education Verification within 90 days prior to start; updated annually.
  • Driver’s License/State ID valid and matching address requirements.
  • Health Statement or physical exam prior to first assignment, updated annually.
  • Professional references: At least two required prior to first assignment.

Notes

  • Various onboarding and compliance checklists and attestations required prior to or at start of assignment.
  • Must be able to complete all required documentation and testing as specified.

This position is ideal for an experienced Medical/Surgical RN looking for a travel opportunity in Texas with a reputable healthcare system.

Employer

Host Healthcare

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224 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare

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About
At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.Travel comfortably with Host Healthcare.
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About Waco, TX

As a travel nurse in Waco, TX here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match the cost of living.
Weather
  • Summer average highs of 95°F and lows of 73°F.
  • Winter average highs of 58°F and lows of 36°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially near medical facilities and universities.
Transportation
  • Car friendly city with minimal traffic congestion.
  • Limited public transportation options.
Demographics
  • Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
  • Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to pollen.
  • Growing population of travel nurses.
Things to Do
  • Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines.
  • Vibrant art and music scene with local galleries and live music venues.
  • Opportunities for outdoor activities including hiking, biking, and water sports.
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