Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Fort Defiance, Arizona
Fort Defiance Indian Hospital

$2,074-2,536/week
Posted 1 hour ago  Verified
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Common job information

    Certification details
  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • PALS
    Job details
  • Registered Nurse for Med-Surg Unit (MSU) for adult geriatrics and pediatric patients.
  • With EXCELLENT Staffing Ratios: Non Covid: typically 4:1, max 5:1. Covid patients: typically 2:1, max 3:1.
  • Experience: Three (3) years of med-surg experience, 1 year pediatric experience required, MUST BE COMFORTABLE WITH BOTH ADULT AND PEDIATRIC PATIENTS.
  • Setting: 20 bed medical surgical unit for adults and pediatrics.
  • Travelers are expected to attend staff meetings.
    Job requirements
  • Three (3) years of med-surg experience.
  • 1 year pediatric experience required.
  • Must be comfortable with both adult and pediatric patients.
    Schedule information
  • 12 hour shifts Days or Nights, must be flexible.
  • Orientation on Mondays only - If your traveler misses the compliance deadline, they will be pushed to the following scheduled New Employee Orientation.
    Unit specific information
  • 20 bed medical surgical unit for adults and pediatrics.
    Additional Details
  • Travelers are occasionally expected to float to other departments in which they are qualified to work.
  • This could include taking a patient load if experienced/competent in that setting or could be task-oriented such as answering call lights, phones, etc.
  • Housing: Information can be found under the 'Facility Group Document’ section in Medefis.
  • Charge Rates: travelers may be asked to work charge, no additional charge pay.
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About Fort Defiance, AZ

As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Fort Defiance, AZ here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Fort Defiance's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages may be slightly lower to match the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • Summer average highs are around 90°F, and winter average lows are around 20°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short-term rentals may be limited, but furnished housing options are available with some effort.
Transportation
  • Fort Defiance is car-friendly, as public transportation options may be limited.
Demographics
  • The population is diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
  • Common health issues may include diabetes and respiratory conditions.
  • There may be a small population of travel nurses.
Things to Do
  • Opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and exploring the nearby national parks.
  • Limited options for restaurants, art, music, and sports.
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