Med Surg Telemetry RN
Farmington, NM
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,873/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- 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 Telemetry
Location: Farmington, New Mexico (about 1 hour to Durango, CO, and 3 hours to Albuquerque, NM) Employment Type: Travel Contract Length: 13 weeks Shift: Days Guaranteed Hours: 36 per week Weekend Hours: At least 3 shifts per 4-week schedule Call Requirements: None Openings: 1 Role: RN / Charge Nurse Specialty: Ortho / Neuro Surgery, with Medical / Nephrology as needed
Facility Overview
- 198-bed Level III trauma center with state-of-the-art operating suites
- Level 1 and 2 trauma cases are often flown in, so the unit regularly cares for them
- Services include medical, surgical, and rehabilitation, plus a childbirth center, cancer center, nephrology unit, pediatric unit, inpatient behavioral health unit, day surgery center, and imaging and lab services
- PCI, Mammography, and Laboratory have received accreditation
Unit Details
- Unit: Surgical Inpatient Unit (3rd floor), 24 beds
- Patient Ratio: 1:6 maximum, with ongoing admits and discharges throughout the shift
- Equipment: IV pumps, VS monitors
- Patient Population: Adults ages 18 to 100+
- Common Cases: A mix of medical and surgical patients
Float Scope
- Sister units are Medical, Nephrology, and Inpatient Rehab
- May float to Cardiology for lower-acuity patients, or to Med/Surg
- May float to Pediatrics, for adult patients only
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in New Mexico
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- BLS certification
- Med Surg / Telemetry experience (2 years)
- Med Surg / Telemetry experience within the last year
- Experience with NG tubes
- Experience with chest tubes
- Experience with orthopedic surgery patient care
- Experience with neurosurgical patient care
- Experience with abdominal surgery patient care
- Experience with post-operative patient care
- Experience with TURP patient care
Submittal Requirements
- Resume and submission form
- Area-specific competency exam
- Skills checklist with an overall rating of at least 3.2
- Screening questions
Additional Notes
- Travelers must follow and abide by all policies and guidelines, the same as staff.
Employer
Host Healthcare
267 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Mikayla was great to work with. She guided me the whole way through the credentialing process, told me what to expect, and was responsive anytime I had questions. I would recommend Mikayla as a recruiter and would work with her in the future.
Cons
No cons in working with Mikayla at all.
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About Farmington, NM
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Farmington, NM here's what you should know:- Farmington's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 90°F, and winter lows can drop to 20°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Farmington.
- Farmington is car-friendly, with limited public transportation options.
- The population is diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dry climate.
- There is a small but active community of travel nurses.
- Farmington offers a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and boating.
- There are also local restaurants, art galleries, and occasional music and sports events.
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