Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Lafayette, LA
Prime Staffing
3x12 hrs, Evenings
$2,066/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftEvenings
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$820/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,246/week
Description
POST OP EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
This is a MED/SURG position that specializes in post-op GI and wound care.
Acute care experience required
Med/Surg and post-op experience required
Must have experience working full time on a post-op unit
Must have a minimum of one travel contract completed to be submitted
2 years experience required
Patient Diagnoses:
Pancreatitis, GI bleeds, Bowel obstructions, Bowel perforation, Wound infections, Post Op infections, mass removal, Esophageal perf, GSW, MVC, Diverticulitis
Special Procedures:
Pancreatectomy, Esphagectomy, Whipple, Spleenectomy, Adrenalectomy, Cystectomy, Colectomy, Thyroidectomy, Mastectomy, Hepatic Resection, Nissen, Bariatric Surgery, TURP, TURP, Gastrectomy, Parathyroidectomy, Ex lap
Equipment:
PEG, PEJ, PCA, Per drain, JP drain, hemo vac, wound vac, nephrostomy tubes, Ileostomy, Colostomy, Urostomy
Colostomy, surgical drains skills preferred.
Post Op Experience required.
Employer
Prime Staffing
About Lafayette, LA
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Lafayette, LA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Lafayette, LA is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In the summer, average highs are around 91°F, and average lows in the winter are around 44°F, making for a relatively mild climate.
- Short term rentals are easy to find in Lafayette, LA, with various options available for furnished housing.
- Lafayette is car-friendly, with a majority of residents relying on personal vehicles for transportation.
- Public transportation options are available but may not be as extensive as in larger cities.
- Lafayette has a diverse population with a mix of cultures including Cajun and Creole influences.
- The age range is varied, with a significant portion of the population falling in the young adult and middle-aged categories.
- Common health issues may include obesity and related conditions due to the rich cuisine.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in Lafayette, creating a supportive community for healthcare professionals.
- Lafayette offers a vibrant culinary scene with numerous restaurants serving Cajun cuisine.
- The city also has a thriving music and arts community, with opportunities to enjoy live music and explore local art.
- Sports enthusiasts can partake in outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and boating in the nearby natural areas.
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