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Travel assignment starting ASAP
12-hour night shifts (7pm-7am), approximately 36 hours per week
13-week contract length
Unit: Medical Surgical, Neuro floor (34 beds)
Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:3-4
Float required to support all Med-Surg areas in the region; travelers are first to float
Weekend and holiday shifts as needed
No call or standby requirements

Common diagnoses: stroke, spine/back surgeries, cranial surgeries (usually not assigned to travelers), neck conditions, medical neuro disorders, neuro intervention procedures, Guillain Barre, Myasthenia Gravis, seizures, EEG monitoring
Average patient length of stay: 2-5 days
Neuroscience Nurse Practitioners provide 24/7 support for neuro surgery and intervention patients
Respiratory therapy resources available (CPAP, BiPAP, High Flow, Trachs)
Telemetry monitoring equipment to be implemented summer 2024; workflow still being developed

Unit-specific orientation: 2 days plus 1 didactic day with unit-based educator
Charge Nurse present on each shift (no patient assignment)
House Supervisor supports entire hospital; Assistant Managers available on nights and days
CNAs available at a ratio of 1:8

Current BLS certification (AHA or ARC)
NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
More than 3 years of experience in Medical-Surgical or Telemetry nursing, with preferred stroke experience
EPIC electronic medical record experience strongly preferred
No requirement for RNs to titrate drips

First-time travelers are acceptable
Facility enforces a 50-mile radius rule for candidates’ permanent address eligibility before proceeding with profile review

Facility

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ADDRESS190 East Bannock StreetBoise, ID 83712

Cost of Living

Boise's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living, providing a good balance for residents.

Weather

Boise experiences hot summers with average highs around 90°F and cold winters with average lows around 20°F.
It also gets around 20 inches of snow per year.

Furnished Housing

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Transportation

Demographics

Boise has a diverse population with a mix of different ethnicities.
The age range is varied, with a growing population of young professionals and families.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the high pollen count.
Boise has a large population of travel nurses due to its thriving healthcare industry.

Things to Do

Boise offers a vibrant food scene with a variety of restaurants, including farm-to-table dining.
It also has a thriving art and music community, with numerous galleries, live music venues, and music festivals.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and skiing in the nearby mountains.

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