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Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Med Surg) - Amarillo, Texas

Position Details

Specialty: Registered Nurse (Med Surg)
Location: Amarillo, Texas
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Shift: Nights, with options for 3x12 or 4x12 hour shifts
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Experience Requirements

Minimum 1 year of inpatient Med/Surg experience (highest required)
Prior travel experience: Not required

Unit Information

Med/Surg patient population
Telemetry monitored in a centralized unit
Free floating charge nurse role
House discharge nurse floats across all departments
50 mile travel radius

Required Skills & Experience

Epic charting experience required

Certifications (as applicable)

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

Competencies

Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (minimum 80% score or meet/exceed Angoff score)
Color Blind Testing (online)
Competency Exam (minimum 80% score or meet/exceed Angoff score)
Core Parts I, II, III (annual completion required for subcontractors)

Licensure & Verification

Primary source online verification of state license required
NURSYS verification required for RN, LPN/LVN, AP
Education verification required (highest level of education)

Background & Compliance Checks

7-year background check within 1 year of start, updated annually
EPLS/GSA/SAM check upon hire
HHS/OIG check upon hire
Fingerprinting (time sensitive for certain locations)
Work history verification for 7 years

Health & Immunization Requirements

Physical exam within 12 months of start
Fit mask test within 1 year of start, renewed annually
Adult TDAP vaccine within 10 years of start
Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year of start
TB questionnaire within 90 days of start (if positive TB test)
Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines required; boosters required if negative/equivocal
Hepatitis B: Positive titer, series, or declination accepted; boosters if negative/equivocal
Varicella: Positive titer, 2 vaccines, or physician-documented history required; boosters if negative/equivocal
Negative 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (includes amphetamines, barbiturates, benzodiazepines, cocaine, marijuana, methadone, propoxyphene, phencyclidine, opiates, oxycodone/oxymorphone)
Additional onsite drug screen during orientation (only 1 attempt allowed; includes marijuana)
Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31)
COVID-19 vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required (dose 1 and fully vaccinated status)

Additional Requirements

Clear headshot photo for badge
Completion of employment application/resume
Unit-specific skills checklist (annual)
References: Internal only; not required for clearance
Consent forms and documentation as required for fingerprinting and background checks

This position offers a structured night shift schedule with a focus on Med/Surg nursing in a telemetry-monitored environment. Candidates must have at least 1 year of inpatient Med/Surg experience and Epic charting skills. Prior travel experience is not required. Compliance with extensive health, background, and certification requirements is mandatory.

Facility

BSA Hospital

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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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