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Location: Utica, New York
Shift: 12-hour Evening (10:30 AM - 11:00 PM)
Hours per Week: 36
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Work in a 64-bed Emergency Department unit including triage, acute, super track, trauma, CDU, and psychiatric beds.
Patient population includes newborns, pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics.
Common diagnoses: Stroke, Sepsis, Trauma, Myocardial Infarction, Cardiac Arrest, Respiratory Failure.
Specialty equipment used: Rapid Infusor, Arctic Sun.
Required medication/drip administration experience: Pressors (Levophed, Neo, Epi, Vasopressin, Dobutamine, Dopamine), Vasodilators (Cleviprex, Cardene, NTG), Anti-arrhythmics (Cardizem, Amiodarone, Lidocaine), Sedation agents (Precedex, Propofol, Fentanyl), TNK, Heparin, Insulin.
Floating to other units is required.
Charge nurse capability is highly preferred.
Block scheduling is not guaranteed.

Active New York RN license.
Minimum 2 years of Emergency Department nursing experience, including some pediatric experience.
Prior travel nursing experience is required.
Current certifications: AHA ACLS, BLS, PALS, NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS), Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC).
Experience with EPIC electronic medical records.
Valid driver’s license with address matching demographics.
Must live more than 75 miles from the facility to qualify for travel status.
Submission must include an up-to-date resume, skills checklist matching specialty, NURSYS license verification report, and Return to Office (RTO) documentation.

About Utica, NY

Cost of Living

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

Weather

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals and furnished housing options are relatively easy to find in Utica, NY.

Transportation

Utica is car-friendly, with easy access to major highways.
Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.

Demographics

Utica has a diverse population with a mix of ethnicities.
The age range is varied, with a significant portion of the population being middle-aged.
Common health issues in the area may include obesity and heart disease.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in Utica, NY.

Things to Do

Utica offers a variety of restaurants with diverse cuisines, as well as opportunities to enjoy art and music.
Sports enthusiasts can take part in local recreational activities, and outdoor enthusiasts can explore nearby parks and hiking trails.

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