Location: Green Bay, Wisconsin
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Start: ASAP
Shift: Nights, 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM (12 hours)
Required Qualifications
Valid RN license in Wisconsin
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
2+ years of ICU (Intensive Care Unit) experience, with ICU experience within the last year
Experience with Epic
Unit and Patient Information
Primary location: ICU (22 beds)
Case types: Sepsis, respiratory failure, CRRT, general surgery, vascular, cardiac
Patient ratios: 1:1 for highest acuity, otherwise 1:2. Higher ratios occur only when floor-status patients are waiting for a bed.
Schedule and Assignment Details
Guaranteed hours: 36 to 48 hours per week. Traveler is not pre-scheduled more than 36 hours unless discussed, so flexibility is needed. Hours are not guaranteed during orientation week, and holiday closures apply.
Float: Possible float to assist on Med Surg units. Must be willing to float.
On call / call back: None
Weekends and holidays: Every other weekend and holiday rotation
Orientation: 8-hour orientation
Eligibility and Compliance
Contractors must be outside a 50-mile radius of the facility.
Medical compliance portion must be started within 48 hours of an accepted offer (24 hours for a quick start).
NIHSS certification is provided at no charge to the traveler.
Additional Notes
Scrub color: any solid color
Desired traits: hard worker, time management, resilient, manages change well, social
Green Bay's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing a good balance for residents.
Weather
In summer, average highs are around 80°F, and average lows are around 60°F.
In winter, average highs are around 27°F, and average lows are around 11°F.
Furnished Housing
Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Green Bay, with options available for furnished apartments and houses.
Transportation
Green Bay is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
Public transportation options include bus services operated by Green Bay Metro.
Demographics
Green Bay 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 may include seasonal allergies due to the natural surroundings.
Green Bay has a growing community of travel nurses.
Things to Do
Green Bay offers a variety of activities, including a range of restaurants serving diverse cuisines, art galleries, live music venues, and sports events.
Outdoor enthusiasts can explore parks, wildlife sanctuaries, botanical gardens, and golf courses.
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