Travel Nurse RN - Behavioral Health
Corpus Christi, TX
Uniti Med
5x8 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,046/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration24 weeks
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$800/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,246/week
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- Benefits start day 1
- Employee assistance programs
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing
- Registered Nurse (1 year)
- Behavioral Health Nurse (1 year)
Description
Orientation Dates: 2/1
Length: 24 weeks
Hours per week: 40 hours
- 2pm - 10:30p
Shift: Mids
- 5 x 8's
Floating Requirements: Agency nurses are generally pulled first if there’s a need to pull to another unit. Initially, nurses are oriented to multiple assignments before settling in where there’s the biggest need.
Patient Ratios: They try to keep it low, 9-10 patients. Higher functioning patients might be a little higher and then lower functioning will be less than that. In the infirmary they have 15 patients total with 3-4 RNs and a charge nurse. Agency will be the first to float. Overnight does change a little bit. Orientation is 2 weeks of education and 2 weeks of on the job training to prepare them.
Weekends: every other weekend
RTO: None preferred
Certs: Maintain current CPR certification, must have strength and flexibility to safely perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
Licenses: Active Texas RN Licensure
Employer
Uniti Med
14 nurses recommend working with Uniti Med
About Corpus Christi, TX
As a travel nurse in Corpus Christi, TX here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Corpus Christi is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 92°F, and winter lows are around 48°F.
- Short-term rentals are relatively easy to find in Corpus Christi, especially in the beach areas and downtown.
- Corpus Christi is car-friendly, and public transportation options include buses and trolleys, but they may not be as extensive as in larger cities.
- Corpus Christi has a diverse population with a mix of ethnicities.
- The age range is varied, with a significant number of retirees.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the coastal environment.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Corpus Christi offers a variety of activities including beach outings, seafood restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, water sports, and outdoor adventures like birdwatching and hiking.
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