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Step-Down RN
Amarillo, Texas
BSA Hospital

$1,567-1,873/week

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Job Opportunity: Step Down Nurse (Registered Nurse)

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

Unit Details

Patient population: Mixed medical/surgical and intermediate care patients
Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:4 to 1:6 depending on shift assignment
Shift options: 36 or 48 hour shifts, Days
Travel radius: 50 miles (no local candidates)

Required Experience

Minimum 2 years of nursing experience preferred
Prior travel experience not required

Requirements/Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas
Minimum 2 years of Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience, with at least 1 year within the last year
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure (NRP) certification
Chemotherapy certification
Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification
National Tech Certification Verification
Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement
NURSYS license verification (RN, LPN/LVN, AP)
Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) certification
NIH Stroke Certification
Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification
Associate of Science in Nursing or Associate Degree in Nursing
Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Required Documentation & Compliance

Valid Driver’s License or State ID
I-9 verification
E-Verify compliance
7-year background check (updated annually) including SS trace, county searches, nationwide, sex offender registry, and education verification
Education verification (highest level) required
Physical exam within 12 months of start
Fit mask test within 1 year of start, renewed annually
Immunizations and titers required:
- Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
- Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
- Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella (positive titer or 2 vaccines)
- Hepatitis B (positive titer, series, or declination)
- Varicella (positive titer, 2 vaccines, or documented history)
Negative 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start
Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31)
Photo for badge required
Unit-specific skills checklist required annually
Work history verification for the past 7 years

Additional Notes

Orientation and fingerprinting requirements apply (fingerprinting onsite for certain states)
Core HIPAA and safety training required
Competency exams and color blindness testing may be required depending on profession
No local candidates accepted; must be willing to travel within a 50-mile radius

This position is ideal for experienced RNs comfortable with med/surg and intermediate care patients, who have Epic experience and meet the required certifications and compliance standards.

Facility

BSA Hospital

4.0rating(65 reviews)

5 nurses recommend working with BSA Hospital

5.0rating

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Med Surg / Telemetry (RN)

Staff Position

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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 Progressive Care 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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