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Travel Nurse RN - Endoscopy

  • Peoria, IL
  • Atlas MedStaff
  • 5x8 hrs, Days
$2,272/week
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Nurse RN - Endoscopy
Travel Nurse Across America
Chicago, IL
5x8 hrs

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs

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Description

We're looking for Endoscopy RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in Chicago, IL. The right RN should have 1-2 years recent acute care experience. Read below for more requirements.

As an Endoscopy RN, you will provide nursing care in an Endo environment, supporting the physicians and medical team in providing top-level care before, during and after the patients' procedures. Travel Nurses should have expertise in Endoscopy with an understanding in physiology, pathophysiology, endoscopy procedures, and pharmacodynamics of conscious sedation anesthesia and analgesia.

As an Endo Travel Nurse, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:

  • Ensure a high standard of nursing care to patients attending the Endoscopy Unit, working within company policies and procedures.
  • Provide technical assistance during diagnostic and therapeutic Endoscopic procedures, ensuring safe working practice.
  • Participate in the care and maintenance of endoscopes and other specialized equipment, ensuring an agreed standard of decontamination at all times including accurate records of traceability of all endoscopes and associated equipment.
  • Maintain a safe and clean environment within the clinical area in accordance with established standards and regulations.
Endo Travel Nurses should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean and stoop without difficulty. RNs should be able to easily lift 20 pounds. Moving or lifting of patients may require lifting of up to 50 pounds at times. Endo RNs may face hazards from exposure to chemicals and infectious diseases.


Part of COVID response. At this time they are planning to run them weekly or biweekly and do not have an end date - BLS REQUIRED - IL license required - BSN REQUIRED

TNAA Job ID #380849. Pay package is based on 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation). Part of COVID response. At this time they are planning to run them weekly or biweekly and do not have an end date - BLS REQUIRED - IL license required - BSN REQUIRED

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About
At Travel Nurse Across America, we take pride in doing things differently. We place our nurses on high-paying assignments in exciting locations across the country, but it's our service before, during and after your assignment that sets us apart. Our dedicated, supportive staff understands how stressful preparing for a travel assignment can be, and that's why we put our experience to work for you to remove the headaches and send you smoothly on your way. Across our recruiting, clinical, quality assurance, payroll and housing teams, we promise to go out of our way to offer you an exceptional customer service experience. You may be a temporary employee of the facilities you serve, but when you travel with us, you become a permanent part of the TNAA family! Some of the benefits you receive with TNAA:
  • Low Census ProtectionTM - We pay for the number of hours you've agreed to work in your contract, regardless of changing needs of the hospital due to low census.
  • Paid Sick Leave - Sick leave begins accruing from your first day, and you're eligible to use it after 90 days of employment.
  • Travel Reimbursement - We offer up to $1,000 in travel expense reimbursement.
  • Your Way is Paid - TNAA pays for all costs associated with getting the licenses and certifications needed for your assignment.
  • Housing - Get the most out of your housing subsidy with our Easy Stay program or utilize our company provided housing.
  • Insurance - We offer liability, vision, dental and health from Cigna, available from day one.
  • Multiple Bonus Opportunities – We offer extension, rebook and completion bonuses. We also offer TNAA Boost Pay and referral bonuses.
  • More of what we offer can be viewed on our website at, www.nurse.tv/benefits/.
 
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About Chicago, IL

As a travel nurse in Chicago, IL here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Chicago is slightly higher than the national average.
  • Wages generally match up with the cost of living, but it's important to budget for higher housing and transportation costs.
Weather
  • Chicago experiences hot summers with average highs around 83°F and cold winters with average lows around 16°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Chicago, but they may require some research and planning to find the right fit.
Transportation
  • Chicago is car-friendly, but public transportation is also widely used and convenient, with an extensive network of buses and trains operated by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA).
Demographics
  • Chicago is a diverse city with a wide range of ages represented.
  • Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and respiratory conditions due to the urban environment.
  • Chicago has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous healthcare facilities and teaching hospitals.
Things to Do
  • Chicago offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants, especially known for its deep-dish pizza and Chicago-style hot dogs.
  • The city has a thriving art and music scene, with numerous galleries, theaters, and live music venues.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games at iconic venues like Wrigley Field.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the city's beautiful parks, lakefront, and beaches.
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