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Med Surg Ortho RN
Council Bluffs, Iowa
CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs

$1,993-2,293/week

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Med Surg Ortho RN

Location

Council Bluffs, Iowa

Role

Med Surg Ortho RN
Department: Med Surg / Ortho

Contract

13 weeks
36 hours per week
12-hour shifts
Nights

Required Qualifications

Iowa or compact RN license
BLS
1 year of unit experience

Schedule

Self-scheduling
Every third weekend
First to float within scope

Unit Details

28 beds plus 22 overflow
Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:5
Charge nurse on each shift
Nurse aides/patient care techs on the unit, ratio 1:10
Monitor techs are on the unit at the main nurses station

Clinical Focus

Total knees
Total hips
Shoulder replacements
COPD
Diabetes
Wounds
IV infusions
Dementia
Oncology
Fractures: hips and ankles
Sepsis
Pneumonia
Cholelithiasis
Ambulatory dysfunction
Appendicitis
Acute respiratory distress
CHF
ETOH/drug abuse

Orientation

First week is classroom orientation
Then 1 12-hour shift on the unit

Additional Notes

Pass/fail exam during orientation
Artificial nails are prohibited in patient care areas
Driver’s license required at submittal
RTO must be submitted upfront; additional RTO will not be approved
Candidates must be flexible and self-directed

Facility

CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs

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Short Term Acute Care
145 beds

ADDRESS800 Mercy DriveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503

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About Council Bluffs, IA

As a Travel Orthopedics Nurse in Council Bluffs, IA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Council Bluffs is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

In the summer, average highs are around 85°F, and average lows are around 65°F.
In the winter, average highs are around 32°F, and average lows are around 13°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Council Bluffs and can be found with relative ease.

Transportation

Council Bluffs is car-friendly, with easy access to major highways.
Public transportation options are available as well.

Demographics

The population in Council Bluffs is diverse, 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.

Things to Do

Council Bluffs offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and popular chains.
There are opportunities to enjoy art, music, and sports, as well as outdoor activities such as hiking and biking.

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