Ortho-Neuro Med Surg RN
Parkersburg, WV
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,074/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (2 years)
- Telemetry Nurse, Medical Surgical Nurse or Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse (2 years)
- Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing
Description
RN (Registered Nurse)
Location
- Parkersburg, West Virginia
Assignment Length
- 13 weeks
Schedule
- 12-hour day shifts
- 36 hours per week
- Every other weekend required
- Travelers are scheduled based on unit needs
- Block scheduling may be allowed if unit needs are met
Required Qualifications
- BLS
- West Virginia or compact RN license
- Experience with orthopedic patients
- Experience with PCA pumps
- Unexpired driver’s license copy must be included with submission
Unit Details
- Med-surg ortho/neuro unit
- 33 private beds
- Typical nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:6
- Charge nurse is available 24/7
- Patient care tech support is available, staffing varies
- Remote telemetry may be used if needed
- RN does not need to read telemetry strips
Responsibilities and Work Setting
- May float first to other med-surg units
- If floated to telemetry, patients are assigned within the nurse’s skill set
- May be called off for low census depending on contract specifics
Common Patient Population
- Elective hip, knee, and shoulder surgeries
- Fractures from falls
- Back and neck neurosurgical patients
- General med-surg patients
Equipment / Clinical Support
- IV fluids
- PCA pumps
- CPAP, BiPAP, and high-flow respiratory support managed by respiratory therapy
Orientation
- 1 day of EPIC orientation
- 1 day on the floor with a preceptor
- Independent on the 3rd day
Dress Code
- Royal blue scrubs
- Scrub jacket, if worn, must be royal blue and an actual scrub jacket
- Hoodies and sweatshirts are not allowed
Holiday Requirement
- Holidays may be required based on unit staffing needs
Employer
Access Healthcare
1 nurse recommends working with Access Healthcare
Pros
Marigold is polite and professional. She goes above and beyond to ensure the contractor is well informed and has everything needed to be successful. She helped me with onboarding and getting used to the timesheet app and she answers my texts promptly, even after hours. She is a great recruiter liason. Gladys was a super helpful with onboarding and Denise will hook you up with benefits with no trouble at all. Great team to work with.
Cons
Onboarding is somewhat tedious, but they do dot every "i" and cross every T.
Recommends working with Access Healthcare
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Access Healthcare aims to provide superior service to our nursing family by providing around the clock support, competitive pay packages and an unmatched benefits package! Unlike other agencies, we offer a true family feel and work with you to find the placement that is right for you. We offer one of the top leading pay packages in the industry and we are ready to get you the money you deserve!
Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!
About Parkersburg, WV
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Parkersburg, WV here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Parkersburg, WV is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 85°F, and the average low in winter is around 22°F.
- There are options for short-term rentals in Parkersburg, WV, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Parkersburg is car-friendly, and public transportation options are limited.
- The city has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include obesity and heart disease.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Parkersburg offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and live music venues.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like hiking, biking, and water sports on the Ohio River.
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