Travel Nurse RN - CVICU - $2,377 per week
Specialty: CVICU | Discipline: RN | Duration: 13 weeks | 36 hours per week | Shift: 12 hours, days | Employment Type: Travel
About the role
The Clinical Nurse (CN) is an RN who provides hands-on care to patients, practicing in an evidence-based manner, within the Scope of Practice of the California Nursing Practice Act, regulatory requirements, standards of care, and hospital policies. Within that role, the CN performs all steps of the nursing process, including assessing patients; interpreting data; planning, implementing, and evaluating care; coordinating care with other providers; and teaching the patient and family the knowledge and skills needed to manage their care and prevent complications. The CN partners with the patient's family wherever possible, considering all aspects of care, to deliver family-centered care. As a professional, monitors the quality of nursing care provided.
The Clinical Nurse is responsible for his/her own professional development, including licensure, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, and maintaining current knowledge regarding the assigned patient population. As a member of the nursing profession, the Clinical Nurse contributes to the profession of nursing through activities such as teaching others and sharing expertise in unit or hospital.
Responsibilities
- Assess patients and interpret data to plan and implement care
- Coordinate care with other healthcare providers
- Teach patients and families skills needed to manage care and prevent complications
- Monitor and ensure quality of nursing care provided
- Maintain professional development, including licensure and certifications
- Contribute to the nursing profession through teaching and sharing expertise
Requirements
- Registered Nurse (RN) license in California (copy needed)
- 3 years of CVICU experience
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (copy needed)
- SSN and date of birth required
- 1 reference from entire work history
- Willingness to work within a 60-mile radius
- Epic experience (preferred)
- BSN (preferred)
Location
Palo Alto, California — known as the “Birthplace of Silicon Valley” and home of Stanford University. Located just 35 miles south of San Francisco, Palo Alto offers a charming tree-lined downtown, beautiful parks, cultural attractions, and excellent travel nursing opportunities.
Pay
Pay Rate: $2,305.00 - $2,448.00 per week. Pay package is based on 12-hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
Benefits
- Competitive pay rates
- Free, quality, private housing
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- 401(k) and Flex Spending options
- Life Insurance
- Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
- Free Continuing Education
- Referral bonuses