“`html Registered Nurse (RN) About the Facility We are a 388-bed hospital with a Level 3 Trauma Center and a Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). General Information • Beds: 24, including 8 behavioral health rooms in a secured unit. • Experience Requirement: Minimum of 3-5 years in a Level 3 or higher setting is required. Traditional travelers must have 2+ years in a Level 3 or higher facility. • First-time travelers: Accepted for traditional traveler positions. Patient Types Patients may include those with psychiatric needs, trauma cases, general medical issues, sepsis, cardiac events, strokes, abdominal pain, and chest pain. Patient Ratios • RN Ratio: 1:4-5, with traditional travelers able to manage up to 1:5-6 with low acuity patients. Required Certifications • BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, MOAB/CPI (can start without per NM 10/22/2024), TNCC. • Traditional travelers may take either PALS or ENPC, and TNCC or ATCN. Skills Required • RSI, conscious sedations, managing lines, drains, tubes, and general emergency room skills. • EPIC experience is required for preceptors and traditional travelers. Support on the Unit • CNA/ER Tech: 2-4 techs available per shift, capable of splinting, performing straight sticks, discontinuing IVs, wound care, and EKGs. • Receptionist/HUC available on days and nights. • Phlebotomy is available, and techs can perform straight sticks. • Resource Nurse and Respiratory Therapy available 24/7. • Hospitalist coverage 24/7. • Telemetry monitoring is available both at the bedside and centrally. Technology and Equipment • Electronic Medical Record (EMR): EPIC. • IV pumps: Alaris. • Medication dispensing: Pyxis. Floating Generally, there is no floating; however, traditional travelers may occasionally float to a freestanding ER or other locations within the region as needed. Orientation • New nurse graduates: 1-week general orientation followed by 24 weeks of unit orientation. • For preceptors: NEO with 1-2 shifts with a preceptor, followed by 2-3 weeks on the unit. • Traditional travelers: NEO with 1-2 shifts on the unit. Scheduling • Weekend rotation: Every other weekend. • Holiday expectations: As needed per unit. • Time-off approval: 7 days in advance; additional requests require nursing manager approval. • Shift times for preceptors include straight days or nights, with the last 4-6 weeks on the opposite shift. Traditional travelers have shifts available at 0700, 1100, 1200, 1400, or 1900. Other Notes • Utilizes a 1:1 model for CAP. • Scrub colors are flexible, requiring professional or solid colors. • Free parking available on-site. • The unit is known for excellent teamwork but can be a high-stress environment. Support for graduate nurses is prioritized. “`