Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,260 per week

Company: Tact Staff
Location: Estes Park
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

Tact Staff is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Estes Park, Colorado.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: TravelCOMPANY OVERVIEW: Estes Park Health exists to make a positive difference to the health and well-being of all we serve. Located about 90 miles northwest of Denver, at 7,522 feet above sea level, Estes Park Health sits in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. As a gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park, the adventurous lifestyle Estes Park supplies open endless outdoor opportunities for our staff. We promote a healthy work-life balance to give our staff the time to enjoy the "playground" that is Colorado. From pediatrics to geriatrics, Estes Park Health supplies a full spectrum of care for our friends, neighbors, and visitors in the entire Estes Park Valley and Rocky Mountain National Park. Today, over 18,000 patients-residents and visitors alike-see our health care teams for both outpatient and inpatient services. SUMMARY: Provide nursing care to patients in Med/Surg. All aspects of nursing process; assess plans, implement and evaluate and documentation of care. DUTIES: -- Plans for and utilizes nursing process to meet needs of patients of all ages. Includes assessment, planning (discharge, nursing care), implementation and evaluation. (Assess per chart review) -- Performs treatment in a safe and effective manner. -- Administers medications in a safe and timely manner. -- Maintains responsibility for preparation, interpretation and evaluation of test data. -- Demonstrates knowledge and skills to act appropriately in an emergency situation. -- Demonstrates knowledge and participates in education and counseling of patients and significant other in a plan of care. -- Demonstrates commitment to professional growth and competency. May be required to complete periodic mandatory education as established by the Education Director and the Director of Medical/Surgical Nursing. -- Promotes positive interpersonal relationships and demonstrates effective communication skills. -- Maintains confidentiality of all patient and hospital information. -- Practices according to professional and ethical standards and enforces the same. Demonstrates an understanding of and functions as a professional nurse in accordance with Colorado State Nurse Practice Act. -- Provides care to patients in Medical/Surgical floor. -- Participate in committees as assigned. -- Perform in accordance with all local, state, and federal laws and regulatory agency standards. -- Perform in accordance with EPH vision, mission and goals. -- All other duties as assigned. POSITION REQUIREMENTS: -- Graduate of accredited School of Nursing. -- Must possess a valid Colorado RN license or a valid multistate RN license through the Nurse Licensure Compact. -- Must be American Heart Association BLS certified upon employment. -- ACLS and basic ECG. IMPORTANT PLEASE READ!! VERIFICATION OF CREDENTIALS CHECKLIST Before agency personnel may provide care to patients or perform any responsibility requiring a license, a HR representative will confirm receipt of the following credentials/documents from candidates travel agency: -- Current CO license or multistate license and source verified o If permanent license, verify online & print a copy of the page. o If temporary license, have copy of authorization letter from Colorado Board of Nursing; verify by phone, note on copy and place in their file. -- Copies of certifications required for the position that are listed in the Job Description . o Such as: BLS and ACLS must be AHA, and PALS. -- Immunization records including documentation of immunity to Rubella, Rubeola, Mumps, Varicella-Zoste, Hep B and Tetanus. -- TB test within the last year. We will only accept QuantiFERON. -- Influenza shot is required by the State of Colorado no exceptions during influenza season. Influenza season is Sept 1 st (depending on availability of flu vaccines) through to March 31 st of the following year, or as otherwise defined by the Department of Epidemiology and Flu Surveillance Team. -- Confirmation of having received the COVID Vaccine (copy of vaccine card). -- Copy of negative 10 panel drug screen results (within the last 30 days). -- Resume' with work experience. -- Documented references. -- Proof of all required Regulatory (OSHA) Training. -- Assessment of skills/competencies. -- Results of criminal background check including OIG (within the last 30 days). -- CAPS check through the State of Colorado (required for all patient care positions). I will also need a W-9 for your company.Tact Medical Staffing Job ID #493104. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse - Medical SurgicalAbout Tact StaffOur nurses choose Tact assignments because it provides the opportunity to take on--new challenges in their careers while they travel across the United States and gain enriching experiences on a professional and personal level.--Our dedicated team of staffing consultants will work with you and be your advocate as you choose to embark on new assignments. Our team is committed to providing our nurses and allied professionals with the most rewarding healthcare assignments and choices at primer healthcare institutions--nationwide. Let us handle the details; you choose the job and location that are right for you.Be Adventurous,--Make a Difference, Travel with Tact.--Be Adventurous ---Becoming a travel nurse or allied professional is not only a professional adventure, but a personal adventure as well. It is an opportunity to challenge yourself, to explore a new place, and try amazing food...Make a Difference-----Nurses and allied professionals make such a huge difference in so many lives. The care and compassion you show to your patients, does not go unnoticed. We know how important your jobs is, which is why we take our job as recruiters so seriously. Being able to place nurses and allied professionals in hospitals, where you are doing something as crucial as saving lives, is something we feel thankful to be able to do.--Travel with Tact-----From the moment we receive your resume we begin trying to build a relationship with you. We know the importance of becoming your friend, before becoming your recruiter. Building friendly, yet professional relationships allows us to discover what you truly want... and don't want in a travel assignment.

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