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Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Cath Lab
Council Bluffs, Iowa
CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs

$2,156-2,823/week

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Certification details

BLS
ACLS

Job requirements

At least 1 year of experience in a Cath Lab.
Previous travel experience is not required.
Must have experience with cath lab procedures, including diagnostic and balloon angioplasty caths.
Prefer experience with cardioversions, loop recorders, EP cases.

Schedule information

Shifts are from 0730 to 1600, Monday to Friday.
On-call responsibilities are required approximately 1-2 days per week and one weekend per month.
Rotating holiday call responsibilities.
Call response time should be less than 30 minutes.

Unit specific information

# of patients treated per day: 2-3.
# of suites/labs: 1.
Common diagnoses/Types of patients: CAD, STEMI, CARDIAC.
The Charge Nurse does not take an assignment.
Staff does not include Rehab Aides: COTAs.
Self-scheduling or Block scheduling is not allowed on weekdays; some input on on-call scheduling is possible.

Additional Details

Open book exam on skills learned will take place on Friday during orientation, which requires a 90% score to pass or the candidate will be terminated.
No clinical involvement is noted in the position.
EMR systems in use are Epic and Siemens.
There is a manager/Charge Nurse on each shift.
Dress Code: Hospital-provided surgical scrubs are to be worn.
System classes are required for orientation, with length varying by experience.

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1 nurse recommends working with CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs

5.0rating

Pros

Great staff, great director, workload is medium. Often done by 3:30. Physical layout has department in close proximity toto nursing units.

Cons

None.

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Review of CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs on Oct 28, 2024

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Faith-Based Healthcare Hospital
Short Term Acute Care
Teaching Institution
141 beds
Epic Systems Corporation

ADDRESS800 Mercy DrCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503

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About Council Bluffs, IA

As a Travel Cath Lab Nurse in Council Bluffs, IA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Council Bluffs is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

In the summer, average highs are around 85°F, and average lows are around 65°F.
In the winter, average highs are around 32°F, and average lows are around 13°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Council Bluffs and can be found with relative ease.

Transportation

Council Bluffs is car-friendly, with easy access to major highways.
Public transportation options are available as well.

Demographics

The population in Council Bluffs is diverse, with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include obesity and heart disease.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Council Bluffs offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and popular chains.
There are opportunities to enjoy art, music, and sports, as well as outdoor activities such as hiking and biking.

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