Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Cath Lab
Salinas, California
Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital

$2,830-3,157/week
Posted 1 hour ago  Verified
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Job Overview: RN - Cath Lab

Location

  • State: California
  • City: Salinas
  • Facility: Salinas Valley Memorial Healthcare

Employment Type

  • Clinical - Nursing - Travel

Job Description

The Registered Nurse II in the Cath Lab will:

  • Assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and supervise individualized patient care according to departmental policies and procedures and the Nurse Practice Act.
  • Individualize patient care based on age-appropriate and developmental needs.
  • Collaborate with physicians, patients/families, and healthcare team members to deliver a comprehensive plan of care.
  • Utilize positive communication skills and may be required to work on other nursing units as needed.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Complete nursing assessments and document appropriately.
  2. Develop a plan of care based on patient assessments and needs.
  3. Collaborate with healthcare team members in care planning.
  4. Provide, delegate, and coordinate the plan of care.
  5. Participate in discharge planning and patient/family education.
  6. Evaluate and update patient responses to the plan of care.
  7. Maintain professional standards through participation in inservices and performance improvement activities.
  8. Facilitate physiological, psychosocial, and spiritual care of patients.
  9. Contribute to cost-effective patient care by monitoring resources.
  10. Comply with safety policies to ensure a safe environment.
  11. Demonstrate flexibility regarding changes in hospital or unit activities.
  12. Act as preceptor and charge nurse as assigned.
  13. Actively participate in achieving departmental goals.

Additional Information

Requirements

  • Certifications: AHA BLS, AHA ACLS
  • Experience: Minimum of 4 years as an RN, with at least 1 year of travel experience in the specialty applying for.
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About Salinas, CA

As a Travel Cath Lab Nurse in Salinas, CA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Slightly higher than the national average, especially housing costs.
  • Wages may not fully match the higher cost of living.
Weather
  • Summer average high: 72°F, average low: 52°F.
  • Winter average high: 63°F, average low: 43°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available but may require some searching due to demand.
Transportation
  • Car friendly city with limited public transportation options.
Demographics
  • Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
  • Common health issues include diabetes and obesity.
  • Salinas has a growing community of travel nurses.
Things to Do
  • Plenty of local restaurants offering diverse cuisines.
  • Rich art and music scene with various cultural events.
  • Opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and biking.
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