Progressive Care Unit RN
Albany, GA
Aptiva Healthcare
4x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$3,000/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration17 weeks
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$1,754/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,246/week
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- Weekly pay
- License and certification reimbursement
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- Continuing Education
- Cancelation protection
- Medical benefits
Description
Strict 75Mile radius rule. Must be 75 miles from the facility to the address on the travelers driver's license.
Experience: 2 years in Stepdown in an acute care setting is required w/o exception.
Ratios 1 to 5
# beds 44 beds, 8 semiprivate rooms (16 beds)
Certs BLS, ACLS, NIHSS preferred.
Unit Cardiology-4A/4B--This is cardiac stepdown.
4A is more cardiothoracic and cardiovascular surgery, 4B is for smaller procedures, drips, CHF patients.
Charge Nurse Charge Nurse (Clinical Supervisor)
Weekend Requirement Every other weekend
Scrub Color- Caribbean Blue
EMR Meditech
Holidays Must be flexible and work as needed holidays and days around holidays
Tele Yes, Phillips
Nurse's Read Strips? Yes, must read and interpret
Drips Cardizem (titrated), amiodarone, dobutamine, dopamine renal dose, lasix, bumex, heparin, primicor, vaprosol
Vents BiPap, CPAP only hour of sleep, vapotherm, no full vents, high flow oxygen
Hospitalist or Intensivist in house in house 24/7
IV Team PICC team
RT 24/7 Yes
Pharmacy 24/7 Yes
Shifts 645am, 645pm
Floating to ICU but would only take stepdown patients unless have ICU experience and this would be noted as ICU ok to float on contract
Common diagnosis / Types of patients: POD #1 CABG, anything cardiovascular surgery including fem pops, arteriogram, CEA. , thoracotomy, vats, EVARS, AAA repairs, arteriograms, carotid endarterectomies, stents, pacemakers, ablations, AICD, CHF, afib w/ RVR, CABG w/ pacer wires, adenosine cardioversions, a lot of chest tubes
Additional Notes - Prefer able to pull pacer wires, if can't, they will orient to do; Fast turnover of rooms, average census is 32-38 pts, discharge and admit 12-16 pts in one shift on busy day
Additional Questions - push on attendance, make sure they are ok with floating, if can't take ICU level patients, they will be asked to task in the ICU.
ADDITIONAL DRESS CODE NOTES - Must have natural colored hair, no fake nails or shellac on nails, no facial piercing, no visible tattoos.
Albany GA is a population of 80,000
175 miles to Atlanta.
88 miles to Tallahasse FL
134 miles to Shell Point Beach FL
Employer
Aptiva Healthcare
6 nurses recommend working with Aptiva Healthcare
Pros
I currently have been a traveler nurse for over 5 years. This is my far my favorite traveler experience. Onboarding is very easy. Jane and other communicate well. This was an issue in the beginning of my assignment but Jane quickly and nicely happen the issue. I will definitely do an assignment with this place again.
Cons
No PTO offer.
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About Albany, GA
As a Travel Stepdown Nurse in Albany, GA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Albany, GA 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.
- Albany experiences hot and humid summers with average highs of around 92°F and mild winters with average lows of about 40°F.
- It is important to be prepared for the heat and humidity in the summer and occasional cold snaps in the winter.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Albany, GA.
- They can be relatively easy to find, especially with the assistance of local real estate agents or online rental platforms.
- Albany is more car-friendly, and having a vehicle is often necessary for getting around.
- Public transportation options are limited, so it's important to have access to a car for daily activities.
- Albany, GA has a diverse population with a mix of ages.
- Common health issues in the area include obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities in the area.
- Albany offers a variety of restaurants serving Southern cuisine, along with opportunities to explore art and music in the local community.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities such as golfing and fishing in the area's natural surroundings.
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