Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Puyallup, WA
Travel Nurse Across America
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,121/week

Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$2,121/week

Description

We're looking for Intensive Care Unit RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in Puyallup, WA. The right nurse should have 1-2 years recent acute care experience. Read below for more requirements.

As an ICU Travel Nurse, you'll be responsible for evaluating and monitoring patients in an Intensive Care Unit setting. ICU RNs provide the most direct care to patients in life-threatening situations, documenting and providing physician-directed care, assessing and implementing patient care plans, and delegating to other care providers as appropriate. As an ICU RN you will also be providing education and support to patient families, possibly for long-term care needs.

As an ICU Travel Nurse, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:

Provide basic bedside care.
Prepare, administer and record prescribed medication, reporting any adverse reactions to treatment.
Order and evaluate diagnostic tests.
Take samples for lab work, order corresponding lab work and interpret reports.
Monitor and adjust specialized equipment, and interpret and record electronic displays.
Ensure proper placement and functioning of catheters, leads and tubing.
Communicate patients' conditions to family members.

ICU Travel Nurses should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean and stoop without difficulty. RNs should be able to easily lift 20 pounds. Moving or lifting of patients may require lifting of up to 50 pounds at times. RNs may face hazards from exposure to certain chemicals or infectious diseases and will treat patients that may be confused, agitated, and/or uncooperative.

Requirements*: ACLS, BLS, NIH, 1.5 Years

* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

TNAA Job ID #1176982. 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: Nursing Intensive Care Unit - ICU RN - Travel Nurse

Employer

Travel Nurse Across America

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About

At TNAA, we take pride in doing things differently. We place our healthcare travelers on high-paying assignments in exciting locations across the country, but it's our service before, during and after your assignment that sets us apart. Our dedicated, supportive staff understands how stressful preparing for a travel assignment can be, and that's why we put our experience to work for you to remove the headaches and send you smoothly on your way. Across our recruiting, clinical, quality assurance, payroll and housing teams, we promise to go out of our way to offer you an exceptional customer service experience. You may be a temporary employee of the facilities you serve, but when you travel with us, you become a permanent part of the TNAA family! Some of the benefits you receive with TNAA:

Guaranteed Pay - Many contracts allow a hospital to call off a set amount of shifts without penalty to the hospital. When that occurs to a traveler on contract with TNAA, their per diems are not affected.
Paid Sick Leave - Sick leave, in all 50 states, begins accruing from your first day, and you're eligible to use it after 90 days of employment.
Travel Reimbursement - We offer up to $1,000 in travel expense reimbursement.
Your Way is Paid - TNAA pays for all costs associated with getting the licenses and certifications needed for your assignment.
Housing - Get the most out of your housing subsidy with our Easy Stay program or utilize our company provided housing.
Insurance - We offer liability, vision, dental and health from day one.

More of what we offer can be viewed on our website at: www.tnaa.com/benefits

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About Puyallup, WA

As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Puyallup, WA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the main contributor.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living.

Weather

Summer average highs of 75-80°F and lows of 50-55°F.
Winter average highs of 45-50°F and lows of 35-40°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available but may require some searching.
Consider contacting local real estate agencies for assistance.

Transportation

Car friendly city with easy access to major highways.
Limited public transportation options, so having a car is recommended.

Demographics

Diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the pollen and air quality.
Puyallup has a growing community of travel nurses.

Things to Do

Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, local art galleries, live music venues, and sports facilities.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy nearby hiking trails and parks.

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