Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Hickory, North Carolina
Frye Regional Medical Center

$1,579-2,147/week
Posted 2 hours ago  Verified
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Common job information

    Certification details
  • ACLS, BLS.
    Job details
  • Duke Lifepoint Hospital 355 beds Home to the Frye Regional Brain Center, Cancer Center, Heart Center, Lung Center, Orthopedics, General & Vascular Surgery, Surgical Weight Loss, Women's Center, and Level 3 NICU 32 bed ED, 29 bed inpatient rehab, 15 bed surgical suite & imaging Frye South Campus comprises of an 81 bed adult Behavioral Health Hospital.
    Job requirements
  • Minimum 1.5 years CVICU experience required.
  • Associate Nursing Degree required.
  • Strong critical thinking skills preferred.
  • 1 year CVICU experience after orientation complete is a must-have skill/experience.
  • Common Diagnosis/Treatment includes CABG, TAVR, STEMI, and Carotids.
    Schedule information
  • Shift: To meet the needs of the facility; every other weekend or as required.
  • Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36.
  • No on-call requirements.
  • Float Requirements: per scheduled rotation.
    Unit specific information
  • Number of Beds: 8.
  • Patient Ratios: 2:1 with occasional 1:1.
  • Equipment used includes Impella, IABP, CRRT.
  • EHR system in use: Cerner.
  • Patient Population: Adult/Geriatric.
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About Hickory, NC

As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Hickory, NC here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Hickory, NC 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 summer, average highs are around 88°F, and average lows are around 66°F.
  • In winter, average highs are around 49°F, and average lows are around 28°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Hickory, NC, and they are relatively easy to find.
Transportation
  • Hickory, NC is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
  • Public transportation options are limited.
Demographics
  • Hickory, NC has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to pollen and air quality.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Hickory, NC offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine and international flavors.
  • The city has a vibrant arts scene with galleries and theaters.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports in the nearby lakes and parks.
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