Med Surg RN
Alexandria, LA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,077/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
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
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
RN - Med Surg
Role Overview
- Travel RN position in Alexandria, Louisiana
- Night shift: 7 PM - 7 AM
- Full-time
- 3 openings
- Temp-to-perm is a possibility
Contract
- 13 weeks
Clinical Setting
- Med-surg unit with a focus on post-surgical patients, including orthopedics and general surgery
- Also serves neuro patients
Key Responsibilities
- Provide nursing care using the nursing process
- Administer medications and treatments
- Monitor for side effects and treatment effectiveness
- Document patient history, symptoms, medications, and care
- Assess learning needs and provide education to patients, families, and caregivers
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Louisiana
- Med Surg experience within the last year
- 1 year of Med Surg experience
- BLS issued by the American Heart Association
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Schedule / Work Conditions
- Must be willing to float
- Weekends could be required
- No call
- Patient ratio: 5:1 to 6:1 depending on staffing
Preferred
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- EPIC experience is a bonus
Employer
Host Healthcare
268 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Tyler goes above and beyond. He made the travel process easy, is always incredibly responsive, and reaches out consistently to make sure things go smooth throughout the entirety of the contract and beyond. It is obvious he enjoys his work and genuinely cares about you as a traveler.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
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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.
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About Alexandria, LA
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Alexandria, LA here's what you should know:- Below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
- Summer average high of 93°F and low of 72°F.
- Winter average high of 60°F and low of 40°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms.
- Car friendliness is high, as the city is designed for driving.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Diverse community with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include obesity and heart disease.
- A growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities.
- Plenty of local restaurants offering southern cuisine, vibrant art scene, live music venues, opportunities for outdoor activities like hiking and fishing.
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