RN Transitional Care Unit
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Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Type: Contract
Specialty: Nursing
Sub-Specialty: Transitional Care Unit (TCU) Med-Surg Adult
We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) for a Transitional Care Unit (TCU) assignment in Hawaii. This is a 13-week contract opportunity for nurses who are adaptable clinically strong and comfortable working with adult med-surg patients transitioning from acute care.
Licensing Requirements-
Active State of Hawaii RN License required by start of assignment
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Travelers without an active Hawaii license must apply upon offer acceptance
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BLS (BCLS) certification required
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ACLS not required for this unit (unless required by agency policy)
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13-week contract
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Scheduled 36 hours per week following the first full week of orientation
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Varied shifts (to be determined)
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Must be flexible to work various shift lengths and days
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No guarantee of hours or shift preference
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Holiday coverage required
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Must arrive the Thursday prior to start date to attend employee health appointment on Friday
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32-bed Transitional Care Unit
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Nurse-to-patient ratio:
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Days: 1:8 RN with 1:6 Aides
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Nights: 1:8 RN
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EMR: EPIC
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Medication dispensing system (Pyxis)
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Wound vac
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Chest tubes
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Tube feeding
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NG/G-Tubes
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Trach care
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PICC/PORT lines
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Minimum 2 years of nursing experience (2 10 years preferred)
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Strong background in adult med-surg and transitional care settings
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May be required to float to Med-Surg and Surgical Pediatrics units
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Proof of flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required prior to contract start
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Flu vaccination may be administered during employee health clearance appointment
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Professional nursing attire
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Department-specific orientation provided
