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Preop and PACU RN
Ithaca College, New York
Cayuga Medical Center at Ithaca

$2,302-2,594/week
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Preop and PACU RN

Location

  • Ithaca, New York

Contract

  • 13 weeks
  • On-call coverage is required, including weeknight and weekend call
  • Shift options include 6a-6p, 7a-7p, 8a-8p, and 9a-9p

Required Qualifications

  • Valid RN license in New York
  • Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
  • PACU - Post Anesthesia Care experience
  • PACU - Post Anesthesia Care (2 years of experience)
  • PACU - Post Anesthesia Care experience within the last year
  • PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care experience
  • Day Surgery experience
  • Outpatient Surgery experience
  • BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
  • ACLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
  • PALS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
  • Driver's License
  • Nursys verification completed within 30 days prior to start

Onboarding / Compliance Requirements

  • Resume
  • 2 professional references
  • Valid, current U.S. driver’s license or U.S. ID
  • Background check
  • Drug screen
  • TB testing
  • MMR immunity or vaccination documentation
  • Varicella immunity or vaccination documentation
  • Hepatitis B immunity, vaccination series, or declination
  • Tdap within the last 10 years or declination
  • Physical/health statement within the past 12 months
  • Fit test completed prior to start
  • Color headshot
  • Signed job description
  • Employment verification
  • Health history questionnaire
  • Pharmacology exam
  • Epic questionnaire
  • Drug/tobacco acknowledgement
  • 7 instant background checks
  • Proof of active TN visa, if applicable

Schedule Notes

  • Call expectation is roughly 3–4 weeknight calls and one 24-hour weekend call in an 8-week period
  • Call volume may increase or decrease depending on staffing

Facility

Cayuga Medical Center at Ithaca

4.3rating(34 reviews)

5 nurses recommend working with Cayuga Medical Center at Ithaca

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Cayuga Medical Center at Ithaca
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  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 185 beds
ADDRESS101 Dates DriveIthaca, NY 14850
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About Ithaca, NY

As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Ithaca, NY here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Ithaca, NY is slightly higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
  • However, wages in the healthcare industry generally match up with the cost of living.
Weather
  • Ithaca experiences a continental climate with average summer highs around 80°F and winter lows around 15°F.
  • Snowfall is common in the winter months.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Ithaca, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially with the presence of Cornell University and Ithaca College in the area.
Transportation
  • Ithaca is somewhat car-friendly, but it also offers public transportation through TCAT buses.
  • The city is known for being pedestrian and bike-friendly as well.
Demographics
  • Ithaca is a diverse community with a mix of college students, families, and professionals.
  • The population includes a wide age range due to the presence of the universities.
  • Common health issues may include seasonal allergies due to the lush natural surroundings.
  • There is a notable population of travel nurses in the area due to the healthcare facilities and educational institutions.
Things to Do
  • Ithaca offers a vibrant food scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving arts and music community, and various outdoor activities such as hiking, waterfalls, and wineries.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local college sports events and outdoor recreational opportunities.
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