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Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Amarillo, Texas
BSA Hospital

$1,945/week
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Job Opportunity: Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

Location: Amarillo, Texas
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks


Job Details

  • Shift Options: 3x12 or 4x12 hour shifts, Nights
  • Nurse to Patient Ratio: 1:6
  • Number of Rooms/Beds: 10
  • Local candidates not accepted (50 mile radius rule)

Requirements/Qualifications

  • Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas with primary source verification
  • Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
  • Minimum 1 year of Medical Surgical (MedSurg) RN experience within the last year
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure (NRP) certification
  • Chemotherapy certification (CHEMO)
  • Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification
  • National Tech Cert Verification
  • Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) certification
  • NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
  • Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification

Required Certifications

  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) as applicable
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) as applicable
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure (NRP) as applicable
  • Chemotherapy certification as applicable
  • Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) as applicable
  • Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) as applicable
  • NIH Stroke Certification as applicable
  • Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) as applicable

Required Licenses

  • Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license for Texas with primary source verification

Health & Compliance Requirements

  • Physical exam within 12 months of start
  • Fit mask test within 1 year of start, renewed annually
  • Adult Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine within 10 years
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
  • Required immunizations or positive titers for:
    • Rubeola (Measles)
    • Mumps
    • Rubella
    • Hepatitis B
    • Varicella (Chickenpox)
  • Negative 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31)

Background & Verification

  • 7-year background check updated annually
  • Education verification with highest level confirmed
  • Work history verification for 7 years
  • Required documentation includes valid driver’s license/state ID and I-9 verification
  • Additional screenings: EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG

Competency Requirements

  • Medication test/pharmacology competency exam (minimum 80% score or meet/exceed Angoff score)
  • Color blind testing (online acceptable)
  • Core competency exams as applicable, with annual renewal

Additional Notes

  • Orientation safety manual acknowledgment required
  • Clear headshot photo for badge required
  • Fingerprinting required for certain placements (time sensitive)
  • Complete application/resume and unit-specific skills checklist required annually

This position offers a travel contract opportunity for experienced Medical Surgical Registered Nurses seeking night shifts with a defined nurse-to-patient ratio in a 10-bed unit. Prior travel experience is not required.

Facility

BSA Hospital

4.0rating(65 reviews)

5 nurses recommend working with BSA Hospital

5.0rating
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Med Surg / Telemetry (RN)
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  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 445 beds
ADDRESS1600 Wallace BoulevardAmarillo, TX 79106
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About Amarillo, TX

As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Amarillo, TX here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Amarillo'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.
Weather
  • Average summer highs are around 90°F, and winter lows can drop to around 25°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Amarillo, with options available for furnished housing.
Transportation
  • Amarillo is car-friendly, with most residents relying on personal vehicles for transportation.
  • Public transportation options are limited.
Demographics
  • Amarillo has a diverse population with a mix of different ethnicities.
  • The age range is varied, with a significant number of retirees.
  • Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dusty climate.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in Amarillo.
Things to Do
  • Amarillo offers a variety of activities, including art galleries, boutiques, antique shops, and restaurants in the Route 66 District.
  • Visitors can enjoy live performances at the Amarillo Little Theatre and explore museums such as the Amarillo Museum of Art and the Texas Air & Space Museum.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts can visit the botanical gardens, local zoo, and Thompson Memorial Park for walking, biking, and other recreational activities.
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