Medical Surgical RN
Pocatello, ID
Host Healthcare
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,975/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown4x12 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
Medical Surgical Nurse
Location
- Pocatello, Idaho
Schedule
- Night shift
- 4x12-hour shifts
- 19:00–7:00
Contract Length
- 13 weeks
Role Details
- Travel/contract position
- Medical-surgical nursing
- Patient ratio: 1:6
- No local candidates within a 50-mile radius
Experience
- 2 years of experience preferred
- Travel experience preferred
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Idaho
- Med Surg (1 year of experience)
- Med Surg experience within the last year
- BLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross or RQI or American Safety and Health Institute
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Preferred/Helpful Certifications
- ACLS, PALS, NRP, CHEMO, TNCC, NIH Stroke Certification, CPI, and MAB may be required as applicable
Clinical Focus
- Sepsis
- CIWA
- Confusion/AMS
- COPD
- Post-op care
- AKI
- Trauma
- Respiratory failure
- Bowel obstruction
- Pyelonephritis
- Cardiac conditions
- Diabetes
- GI conditions
- Isolation
- Suicidal ideation with medical indications
Documentation and Screening
- Epic charting
- Drivers license or state ID required
- Background check required
- Education verification required
- Physical exam within 12 months of start
- Fit testing required within 1 year of start
- Tdap within 10 years of start
- Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year of start
- Drug screen within 90 days of start
- Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption required during flu season
- Measles, mumps, rubella, hepatitis B, and varicella immunity or vaccination documentation required
- Skills checklist required annually
- Work history verification required
- Application/resume required
Additional Notes
- Must be able to work weekends and holidays
- Must be able to care for infants through geriatrics
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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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.
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About Pocatello, ID
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Pocatello, ID here's what you should know:- Pocatello'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, providing good value for residents.
- Average summer highs range from 85-90°F, while winter lows can dip to 15-20°F.
- Pocatello experiences all four seasons, with snowy winters and warm summers.
- Short term rentals are available, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's size and the presence of universities in the area.
- Pocatello is car-friendly, with easy access to parking and minimal traffic congestion.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
- Pocatello has a diverse population with a mix of ethnicities.
- The age range varies, with a significant presence of young adults due to the universities.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the city's healthcare facilities and outdoor recreational opportunities.
- Pocatello offers a range of activities including outdoor adventures in the Bannock Mountains, ice fishing, Nordic skiing, and entertainment at Ross Park.
- The historic downtown area features specialty shops, eateries, bakeries, brew pubs, and bars, providing plenty of options for dining, shopping, and entertainment.
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