TRAVEL - RN MedSurg / Tele (683) / Rapides / 7A -7P

50 MILE RADIUS REQUIRED Rapides Regional Medical Center211 4th StAlexandria, LA 71301Facility Overview : Rapides Regional Medical Center, through the efforts of its associate employees and physicians, will provide high quality, efficient and compassionate health care services for our patients and community.Rapides Regional Medical Center shall assume a leading role for the coordination of health care delivery in Central Louisiana. The organization will focus on the development of an integrated, cost efficient, quality driven health care delivery system.Values : Service | Teamwork | Accountability | Respect | SafetyFounded in 1903 at the corner of Second and Lee streets in Alexandria, Louisiana, Rapides Regional Medical Center represents a proud heritage of compassionate healthcare services coupled with the most advanced technology of the day.With a continued emphasis on progressive care, Rapides Regional Medical Center has grown to meet the continually changing needs of our patients and the rapidly advancing technology of modern healthcare. Located in downtown Alexandria and easily accessible from Interstate 49, the hospital is licensed for 328 beds and fully accredited by The Joint Commission. The hospital participates in the Medicare, Medicaid and Champus programs as well as a number of commercial insurance and managed care programs.Total Number of Beds : 328DirectionsTop Ten Things to do in Alexandria Unit ProfileThe purpose of a unit profile is to provide an exceptional screenshot of the unit. Profiles should include unique details to assist recruiting professional in effectively and efficiently identifying highly qualified staff. Below you will find a data collection tool to help you identify essential data needed to complete your profile. Hospital : Rapides Regional Medical Center Location : Alexandria, LouisianaAddress : 211 4th Street, Alexandria, LA 71301Unit Name : 4 SouthBuilding : South Tower, 4th floorCost Center : 68373General InformationUnit Specifics : Number of Beds : 36Patient Ratios : 1 : 6Unit staffing description- (unit secretaries and tech availability) : 4 South has 2 stations and uses 2 unit secretaries 0600-2200 daily. We utilize patient care techs at all times, the amount and ratio fluctuates depending on census.Type of equipment : Telemetry for each room with monitors in the stations, Dynamaps for vital signs, glucometers, iMobile phones, bladder scannerDocumentation system : MeditechScheduling requirements : 12 hour shifts (7-7), every other weekend, holidays required as well.Floating policy : All nurses float to other units as needed.Patient Experience requirements : Hourly rounding, bedside shift report, My Care Boards, AIDETHospital Specifics-Pathways to Excellence CertifiedCertified Stroke CenterCertified Chest Pain CenterLevel II Trauma CenterHiring profileRequested Skill Set : Strong nursing background and knowledge, thorough assessment skills, attention to details and condition changes. Must have : Positive attitude, flexibility, dependability, teamwork, self-motivation, good communication and people skills, desire for excellence, accountability, ability to multitask, ability to deal with stressful situations. Advanced skills needed : Telemetry rhythm interpretation Procedures performed on unit : PICC line removal, vas cath / temp cath removal Certifications Required : BLS, ACLS Dress Code : (Required uniform)Ceil Blue ScrubsHospital hygiene / dress code policy must be followedUnit Guidelines / Policies : Please attach unit specific policies and guidelines. Awards / Recognition : Please include anything that you would like prospective candidates to be aware of, such as, links to videos that feature the department, outstanding department / team awards.. HCA Unit of Distinction winnerHigh Employee Engagement ScoresQuality and Core Measures highly maintainedMany nurses are nationally certified, including unit managerAny additional information that would entice a worker to select your unit for their assignment : Consider items such as new equipment or technology, tenure and experience of staff, schedule options, etc. Highly experienced staff with extensive experienceiMobile technology, Dynamaps that upload to Meditech, advanced call light systemSelf scheduling within guidelines Show more