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NICU RN
Eureka, California
Saint Joseph Hospital

$1,732-2,675/week

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Registered Nurse NICU

Location: Eureka, California Employment Type: Travel/Contract Contract Length: 13 weeks Shift: Night, 3 x 12 hours (18:00 to 06:00) Hours: 12 per day, 36 per week

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in California
NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care experience (1 year), with experience within the last year
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Certifications

The following are listed in the source, but whether each is required depends on the unit's job description, which the source does not provide. Verify them against the job description:

ACLS, BLS, and PALS (AHA Instructor, Provider, or RQI, or Heart & Stroke Canada)
NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure) from AAP, AHA, or the Canadian Paediatric Society
CHEMO, TNCC, EFM, NIH Stroke, IV, MAB, and CPI

Training and Competencies

Annual regulatory modules via Workramp (about 3.5 hours)
California regional core modules: pre-start before the original start date, then recertification annually
Skills checklist for the applicable unit, updated annually
Competency exam, as applicable by profession and specialty
Medication/pharmacology competency exam, as applicable by profession

Float Scope

Travelers may be required to float to another facility within a reasonable distance and must sign a float policy acknowledgement.

Facility

Saint Joseph Hospital

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Short Term Acute Care
148 beds

ADDRESS2700 Dolbeer StreetEureka, CA 95501

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About Eureka, CA

As a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in Eureka, CA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs of 63-64°F and winter lows of 40-43°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available, but may require some searching due to limited availability.

Transportation

Car friendliness is high, with limited public transportation options.

Demographics

Diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to the coastal location.
Eureka has a growing population of travel nurses.

Things to Do

Eureka offers a variety of restaurants, especially known for seafood.
The city has a vibrant arts scene, with galleries and live music venues.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, kayaking, and exploring the nearby redwood forests.

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