TravelNurseSource is working with Infojini Healthcare to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in Bangor, Maine, 04401 Pay Information $2,146 per week About The Position ID: 51458335 Shift: 7A-7P 12Day Description: SimpliFi Interview26 week contract is preferred but not required.Hospital : 489 State St., Bangor, ME 04401Level II Trauma CenterBed: 411General : 40 private and semi-private roomsExperience?RN: 1 year minimum, would prefer moreCNA: 1 year - ask manager approval for any candidate that has previous hospital experience but has not worked in the hospital setting within the last yearFirst-time traveler? YesPatient medical diagnosis except Cardiac could be seen on this unitTraveler will routinely work on either Grant 5 or Grant 6 (same level of care spread across 2 separate units)Common diagnoses include but are not limited to: Stroke, COPD, Respiratory issues, GI Bleed, Renal Failure (AKI/CKD), Oncology, Electrolyte imbalance, altered mental status, weakness, non-operable fracturesOncology/Neutropenic patientsMedical Telemetry patients if travelers do not have previous Telemetry experience, Charge RN will sign off on the strips from the Tele techNon-surgical unitPatient Ratios:RN: Days 1:4-5; Nights 1:5-6May vary based on patient acuity, tech support, insulin drips within assignment, etc.CNA: Days 1:10; Nights 1:10Rarely, due to call-in, nurses may have total care of some less acute patients within their assignments Required (preferred)ONS Chemo certification (preferred) may be required for certain requisitionsACLS (preferred)CNA: BLSSkills charge experience highly preferred, please include if the traveler has charge experience or not in offer details and is willing to act as chargeTrach care, Chest tube management, General Medical Surgical skills (wound care, IVABX, Drain/tube management, IV starts, central line management, etc.)Experience with Insulin gtts Heparin gtts- training available from charge and educator does not require manager approval to offer but will be noted in the offer email for CRT if traveler has not in obtaining vital signsShowering and bathing patientsAmbulationProgression of functional status i.e. getting patients directly to bathroom v. bedside commodesQ 2 hour turningGood communication skills and teamworkSupport on the nurse will typically have a patient assignmentPhlebotomy? For peripheral blood draws onlyHouse Supervisor, 24/7RT, 24/7 in houseHospitalist, 24/7PT/OT/ST dayshift onlyUnit Resource RN (as staffing allows) 0700-1900Charting System/ will routinely work on either Grant 5 or Grant 6 (same level of care spread across 2 separate units)Potential to float to any area with Med Surg patients (within or below scope)Orientation:2 Days Hospital orientation1 shift on the rotation: every otherCall required: noneHoliday Expectations: manager approvalRTO: Manager approvalOther Color:RN: Any color, must be professionalCNA: Any color, must be professionalNo crocs with holes, no artificial nails, no personal cell phone usage unless on breakParking: Free in designated areas Program Travel Guaranteed Hours: 36 Contract 26176952EXPTEMP Job Requirements Required for Onboarding Competency Exam Core Mandatory Exam Self Assessment (Skills Checklist) 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing As a travel nurse, you'll work in various healthcare settings, gaining exposure to diverse patient populations, medical procedures, and healthcare systems. This broadens your clinical skills and enhances your adaptability. Different facilities may use various healthcare technologies and electronic health record systems. Exposure to these technologies enhances your proficiency in adapting to different digital healthcare platforms. Managing assignments, travel logistics, and adapting to new environments requires effective time management. Travel nursing helps you hone your time management skills, a valuable asset in any healthcare setting. Working in various healthcare settings exposes you to different patient populations, diseases, and treatment methods. This exposure enhances your ability to adapt and learn, making you a more versatile and knowledgeable healthcare professional. Working with diverse patient populations and teams hones your emotional intelligence. Understanding and navigating different emotions becomes crucial in providing compassionate patient care.