Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Borgess Medical Center

$1,672-2,152/week

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Certification details

BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications are required.
Ascension Specialty Exam, Ascension Color Vision, Ascension Core Competencies, NIH Certification
Ascension EKG Exam, Ascension Onboarding Requirements Education Attestation, Ascension Nova StatStrip, Ascension Skills Checklist

Job details

Job requirements

Must be AHA.
Nursing only Michigan hospitals need their licensure verified through LARA not NURSYs but you will still upload here.
Current license and primary source verification within 30 days prior to start of assignment for all licensed professionals.
Nursys quick confirm verifications should be completed for all APRN, RNs and LPN/LVNs.
Nursys should be used to review ALL license activity in all states, not just the state of placement.
Copy of the physical license is not required.

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Additional Details

Must be AHA.
Exam and answer key found in Document Library. Agency is required to give and grade the test. Score needs to be 90% or higher with only two attempts.
Optional for Onboarding, but needs to be uploaded by our Ascension unit leader within a week.
www.ascension.org/CWRnursingorientation - The attestation at the end of the pre-hire 6 hours needs to be uploaded by the Agency.
Done onsite. Found in Document Library
Instructions in the Document Library.

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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Kalamazoo is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.

Weather

In summer, average highs range from 80-85°F, while winter sees average lows of 17-22°F.
Be prepared for warm summers and cold winters.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Kalamazoo and can be found with relative ease.
Many options are available for furnished housing, catering to the needs of travel nurses.

Transportation

Kalamazoo is car-friendly, with easy navigation and parking.
Public transportation options include Metro Transit buses, providing convenient travel within the city.

Demographics

Kalamazoo is diverse, with a mix of age ranges due to the presence of universities.
Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to seasonal changes.
The city hosts a large population of travel nurses due to its healthcare facilities and educational institutions.

Things to Do

Kalamazoo offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a rich art culture with the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, live music venues, and sports activities.
Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the Kal-Haven Trail and enjoy recreational activities along Lake Michigan's shore.

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