Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Santa Cruz, California
Dominican Hospital

$2,247-2,805/week

Posted 20 hours ago Verified

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A hospital in California is looking for an experienced ICU RN for a travel assignment.

Job requirements

Schedule information

Every other weekend
Would be required to fill in gaps in weekend schedule
8s & 12s (mostly 12s) shifts
On call responsibilities depending on census/staffing mismatch with a 30-minute response time
Call: Must be within 30 minutes of hospital

Unit specific information

Unit: ICU
# of beds: 16 and can go to 20 beds
Ratios: 1:1, 1:2
EMR: Cerner
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
Holidays: Work into the holiday schedule
Scrub Color: Navy
Hospitalist or Intensivist in house: 24 hr intensivist (on call at night)
RT 24/7: Yes
Pharmacy 24/7: Yes
Floating: float to tele 4 to 1
Floor specific orientation: 2 shifts in ICU then on own 3rd shift
Common diagnosis / Types of patients include: Adults & Peds - MedSurg, Neuro, Balloon pumps, cranies, occasional ICP, CABG, some trauma, psych - OD, peds minor/DKA, TPA, hypothermia, ECMO, Impalla, CRRT - PrismaFlex, TAVR, & EVAR, may start doing carotid stenting, ECOS, IABP

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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Santa Cruz is higher than the national average due to the desirable beach town location.
Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs are around 70-80°F, while winter lows can range from 40-50°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals can be found, but they may be more limited and slightly more expensive due to the popular tourist destination.

Transportation

Santa Cruz is car-friendly, but public transportation options are also available, including buses and shuttles.

Demographics

Santa Cruz has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the coastal environment.
It is a popular location for travel nurses due to its healthcare facilities and proximity to natural beauty.

Things to Do

Santa Cruz offers a variety of activities including a range of restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, and outdoor sports such as surfing, hiking, biking, kayaking, and paddleboarding.

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