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Certification details

BLS - Basic Life Support (Required)
NIHSS - National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (As applicable for stroke care at the facility)

Job details

Start: ASAP
Years Required: 1 year
1st Time Travelers: Accepted
Ratios: 1:6
Float Requirement: Yes, to units of equal or lesser acuity
Block Scheduling: Case by case
Certification Requirements: BLS, NIHSS
-35 beds on unit
-EPIC experience required
-Medical Surgical and Orthopedic patient population
-Telemetry is monitored in a centralized unit
-Free floating charge nurse
-Patient Care Technicians
-Patient Transporters available
-House discharge nurse that floats across all departments
-Free proximal covered parking
-Discounted meals
-Local discounted hotels available

Job requirements

BLS - Basic Life Support
NIHSS - if applicable for stroke care at the facility
State Licensure as a Registered Nurse in Texas

Schedule information

Shift details to be discussed
May include variable schedule with day/night rotation, weekend and holiday requirements

Unit specific information

Unit Details: Medical Surgical and Orthopedic unit
35 beds on unit
Telemetry is monitored in a centralized unit

Additional Details

Scrub Color: Any, no logos
Documentation System: EPIC
Local Traveler: *50 mile radius rule in effect. The traveler must live at least 50 miles from the facility. If they live within 50 miles from the facility, they are not qualified.

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BSA Hospital

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2 nurses recommend working with BSA Hospital

5.0rating

Pros

The breakfast was awesome at the end of the shift,

Cons

The load of patients that the night shift gets.

Anonymous

Respiratory Therapist (Allied Health Professional)

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Review of BSA Hospital on Nov 15, 2024

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Short Term Acute Care
357 beds
Epic Systems Corporation

ADDRESS1600 Wallace BlvdAmarillo, TX 79106

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About Amarillo, TX

As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Amarillo, TX here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Amarillo's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs are around 90°F, and winter lows can drop to around 25°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Amarillo, with options available for furnished housing.

Transportation

Amarillo is car-friendly, with most residents relying on personal vehicles for transportation.
Public transportation options are limited.

Demographics

Amarillo has a diverse population with a mix of different ethnicities.
The age range is varied, with a significant number of retirees.
Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dusty climate.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in Amarillo.

Things to Do

Amarillo offers a variety of activities, including art galleries, boutiques, antique shops, and restaurants in the Route 66 District.
Visitors can enjoy live performances at the Amarillo Little Theatre and explore museums such as the Amarillo Museum of Art and the Texas Air & Space Museum.
Outdoor enthusiasts can visit the botanical gardens, local zoo, and Thompson Memorial Park for walking, biking, and other recreational activities.

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