tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-90880268151967637532011-09-14T02:22:00.728-07:00RegisteredNursestoday, nursing association, nursing pratices, mesothelioma, diseases, male nurses, men in nursing, surgery nurses, emergency nurses, all nurses, LVNs, APNs, RNs, nursing boards, travel nursing, dialysis nurses, NursesWanted, Nurses Wanted, Nurses wanted, nursing educators, nursing teachers, Nursing enrollment, community colleges, two-year college, budget, nursing classesNursesConnect: RNConnecthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11110852754690972078noreply@blogger.comBlogger91100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9088026815196763753.post-70041331519469796392008-11-12T23:30:00.000-08:002008-11-12T23:31:08.443-08:00U.S. News & World Report has named five California hospitals as being among the nation's best in the magazine's first ranking of children's hospitals by specialty.<br /> <br />The magazine is highlighting the 30 top-ranked hospitals in cancer, digestive disorders, heart and heart surgery, neonatal care, neurology and neurosurgery, and respiratory disorders.<br /> <br />California has three facilities that make the list: Children's Hospital Los Angeles, Lucile Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford, and UCSF Children's Hospital. They made the top 30 in all seven categories. As far as Mattel Children's Hospital UCLA is concerned, it made the top 30 in five categories: general pediatrics, cancer, digestive disorders, heart and heart surgery and neurology and neurosurgery. Rady Children's Hospital in San Diego was among the top 30 in neonatal care.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9088026815196763753-7004133151946979639?l=healthconnect.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>NursesConnect: RNConnecthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11110852754690972078noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9088026815196763753.post-77733027759241476962007-07-28T16:06:00.001-07:002007-07-28T16:07:08.027-07:00Description<br /><br /><br />Company Overview: <br /><br />Established in 1988, Spectrum Healthcare Resources (SHR) has earned a solid reputation in the health care staffing industry. SHR is JCAHO certified and dedicates itself exclusively to supplying permanent civilian contracted medical professional for Military Treatment Facilities (MTF) located in the United States. SHR has a unique medical environment, working among the very best medical professionals, and caring for our military family. <br /><br /><br />Job Description: <br /><br />Spectrum Healthcare Resources has an opportunity for a Full-Time Registered Nurse-Case Manager at the Lemoore Naval Hospital in California. This permanent civilian contract position offers: <br />• Excellent Pay and Benefits <br />• 3 Weeks PTO and 10 Paid Holidays <br />• Work Great Hours, Monday-Friday from 7:30am-4:30pm <br />• No Weekends, Evenings and Nights <br />• Work at a State-of-the-Art Medical Facility with an Outstanding Patient Population <br /><br /><br />Facility Description: <br /><br />Naval Hospital Lemoore’s new hospital was built in 1997. It is a 150,000 sq. ft. hospital that houses 16 inpatient beds and is staffed by 376 personnel. This $38,000,000 facility will provide top quality care to over 32,000 patients utilizing $12,500,000 worth of new equipment. The new hospital will improve patient access to care by providing two exam rooms for each provider, extending in-house services, and utilizing the latest in technology<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9088026815196763753-7773302775924147696?l=healthconnect.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>NursesConnect: RNConnecthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11110852754690972078noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9088026815196763753.post-84615527527245313512007-07-28T16:02:00.000-07:002007-07-28T16:03:06.487-07:00Labor and Delivery / L&D / Registered Nurse / RN - Fresno and surrounding areas - All shifts. <br /><br />If you’re an experienced Labor and Delivery Nurse and you'd like a new professional challenge, InteliStaf Healthcare has the perfect nursing position for you! We have excellent per diem opportunities available in the L&D setting. With InteliStaf you’ll have a dedicated recruiter whose focus is to solely support you, to understand your needs and to be available whenever you need. <br /><br />Live the good life when you work for InteliStaf. You’ll receive great pay, top benefits, and a flexible schedule that you choose. InteliStaf Healthcare is one of the largest and most reputable nursing and allied health staffing agencies for both per diem and travel assignments; and we’ve had over 25 years to perfect our dedication to you! We take care of the details, so you can focus on what is important to you. <br /><br />As part of our recognition for the care that you provide to your patients; we give you iRewards where you can earn great referral bonuses and multiple cash payouts! <br /><br />We also provide these outstanding benefits: <br /><br /><br />Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance with Major Carriers <br /><br />401K w/Company Match <br /><br />Life Insurance and Short Term Disability <br /><br />Liability and Workers’ Compensation <br /><br />Daily Pay in select markets <br /><br />Direct Deposit <br /><br />Credit Union <br /><br />Working Advantage Discounts <br /><br />Free CEU’s for qualified employees <br /><br />Enjoy: <br /><br />Immediate access to recruiters <br /><br />Great locations/ prestigious facilities <br /><br />Exclusive partnerships <br /><br />Traveling options available. If you are a traveler, enjoy these additional benefits: <br /><br />Free private housing or housing subsidy <br /><br />Paid utilities <br /><br />Travel expense reimbursement <br /><br />Flexible tax advantage plan<br />Job Requirements<br />1 year full time L&D nursing experience within the last three years. Current state nursing license and CPR. <br /><br />Labor and Delivery Nursing, L&D, L/D, Nursing, Nurse, Healthcare, Medical, RN, R.N., Registered Nurse <br /><br />EEO/AA/ADA/VET Drug Free Workplace <br /><br />Visit us at www.intelistaf.com <br /> <br />Healthcare may be your life’s work, but you have a life outside of work. We understand that both are important and nobody does more to bring the two together than InteliStaf. We’ve had more than 25 years to perfect our dedication to you. We believe that nothing should stand between you and the care that you provide your patients. That’s why we go beyond just seeing to your placement and needs. We focus on details. We satisfy needs. We anticipate opportunities. We respond quickly! We respect that work is not the end, rather a means to an end. Life and living are at our core.<br /><br />We provide top pay, great benefits, exciting bonuses, continuing education, flexible scheduling and a virtually unlimited list of locations and healthcare job types to work in. We work to secure job opportunities in a wide variety of practice settings so you can choose from an array of positions in facilities such as teaching hospitals, trauma centers, clinics, home care, community medical centers, VA facilities and more. With nearly 70 offices from coast to coast supporting local and travel staffing, we’ve got experienced professionals that can work with you to create your ultimate career plan. Whether you want to work around the corner or across the country, part time/full time or once in a while, InteliStaf Healthcare has the perfect job for you! <br /><br />EEO/AA/ADA/VET Drug Free Workplace<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9088026815196763753-8461552752724531351?l=healthconnect.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>NursesConnect: RNConnecthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11110852754690972078noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9088026815196763753.post-4367930342351253072007-07-28T15:49:00.000-07:002007-07-28T15:53:44.293-07:00Director of Nursing<br />Avalon Health Care, a 64-bed skilled nursing facility located in Madera , CA is searching for an experienced, dedicated and Director of Nursing. <br /><br />Avalon Health Care, through its affiliated skilled nursing facilities, provides long-term care services and other levels of supportive care. Each facility affiliated with Avalon Health Care is staffed with caring, competent professionals. Staff works with each resident to provide care and comfort in order to recuperate from illness or achieve a maximum level of independence in the face of debilitating, chronic illness <br /><br />Requirements<br />F/T position available at Westgate Manor In Madera CA. I need a RN only with at least 1 year of supervision Skilled nursing Experience. The facility address is 1600 Howard RD Madera CA, 93637. Your can call at 559 673-9278 or email at http://registerednursestoday.blogspot.com<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9088026815196763753-436793034235125307?l=healthconnect.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>NursesConnect: RNConnecthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11110852754690972078noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9088026815196763753.post-63358418046519172972007-07-28T15:47:00.000-07:002007-07-28T15:49:01.536-07:00Description<br />Nursing Instructors <br /><br />Two Tenure Track Positions <br />Fresno City College <br />Position No. 2551 <br />Filing Deadline: Wednesday, August 8, 2007 Start Date: September 5, 2007 <br /><br /><br />Essential Functions of Position <br />Include instructional responsibilities for registered nursing program as assigned, including preparation for and instruction of theory classes and hospital clinical laboratory experiences. Taking lead or team member responsibility in designated clinical settings. As faculty the person is responsible for developing, implementing, evaluating or modifying curriculum within the Department of Nursing. Able to work well in a diversity of settings (pediatric, psychiatric, perinatal and medical-surgical) with an ability to work well with diverse, racial, ethnic, gender, disabled and cultural populations. As faculty the person must be able to objectively evaluate student performance in theory as well as clinical classes. Instructor must be able to communicate effectively with students, patients, families, health care givers and peers. These positions require flexibility in work assignments including summers, evenings and weekends. One position is in the area of Psychiatric Nursing the other is in Medical-Surgical. <br /><br />Minimum Qualifications <br />Include approval by the Board of Registered Nursing of the following: State of California license as a registered nurse; a Bachelor’s degree and a Master’s or higher degree (preferably both in nursing) from an accredited college or university which includes course work in nursing, education, or administration; at least one year’s continuous full-time experience in direct patient care practice as a registered nurse within the past five years and demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. A valid California Community College Credential is acceptable. Applicants that possess this credential must also meet the above requirements. <br /><br />Desirable Qualifications <br />Include extent of experience in the following: General nursing experience; preparation through education and/or experience in providing quality instruction in theory and clinical settings; strong background in acute medical-surgical nursing; experience in providing instruction in medical-surgical nursing; experience in or potential for matriculation in pediatric, perinatal, and psychiatric specialties is desirable; ability to develop collegial relationships with peers; ability to maintain a close liaison and harmonious relationship and acceptance into area hospitals; demonstrated sensitivity to community college students of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds; and the ability to effectively communicate in written and oral form. <br /><br />Conditions of Employment <br />177 duty days per year. <br /><br />Salary and Benefits <br />$48,917 - $73,647 based on education and experience. A doctoral stipend of $1,830 is available. In addition, the District offers an attractive fringe benefit package including health, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and dependents, and life insurance as well as disability coverage for employees. <br /><br />Selection Procedure <br />Applications will be screened to determine which applicants meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the job announcement. <br /><br />From the applicants who meet the basic qualifications and who have submitted all the required documents, a selection committee will determine the candidates that meet the highest degree of desirable qualifications. They will be invited to interview. Interviewees may be asked to conduct a short teaching demonstration. <br /><br />The selection committee will rate responses to the interview questions and the teaching demonstration (if applicable). Based on this rating, a small number of applicants will be selected as the “recommended candidates”. A hiring recommendation will be made by the College President or Vice Chancellor and forwarded to the Board of Trustees of State Center Community College District for final approval. <br /><br />State Center Community College District is an equal opportunity employer. It is our pledge to treat all applicants fairly and equitably in the recruitment and selection process. We endeavor to be a service minded organization and respond, as best we can, to the needs of our applicants and the faculty and administrators we work with in the District. All applicants who return at least a District application form will be notified in writing of the final status of their application. <br /><br />For more information, contact the Human Resources Office, 1525 E. Weldon Avenue, Fresno, California, 93726, (559) 226-0720, fax (559) 229-7039. For information on Fresno City College or State Center Community College District, visit our website at www.scccd.edu. Please refer to Position No. 2551 <br /><br />Submission of application and related materials is the applicant’s responsibility. The District reserves the right to re-advertise or to delay indefinitely the filling of a position if it is deemed that the applicants for the position do not constitute an adequate applicant pool or if funding is not available. All application materials are subject to verification. False statements may be cause for disqualification or discharge from employment. <br /><br /><br />APPLICATION PROCEDURE <br />Application packets are available online at www.scccd.edu or at 1525 E. Weldon Avenue, Fresno, CA 93704 or contact our Academic Human Resources Office at (559) 226-0720 or by facsimile at (559) 229-7039 or request an application to be mailed from our website. Send all application materials to the above address. <br /><br />All of the following materials must be received by the filing deadline indicated on this job announcement. It is helpful to include a cover letter with your paperwork listing the materials you are enclosing. Fax copies are acceptable, however, we cannot be held responsible for equipment and/or fax line failure. Please do not submit your materials in a binder or any other jacket. It is recommended that you keep a copy of all submitted materials for your records. <br /><br />A complete Academic Employment Application must be submitted for each position for which you are applying. <br /><br />A Letter of Application explaining your experience as it relates to each item listed under the desirable qualifications on this job announcement. You may address your letter to: Selection Committee, SCCCD, 1525 E. Weldon Avenue, Fresno, CA 93704. <br /><br />A Resume and/or placement file. Placement files are sent directly, at your request, from a university or college you attended. <br /><br />Copies of all graduate and undergraduate transcripts. Degrees acquired outside the U.S. must be accompanied by an evaluation service assessment. A list of approved assessment agencies can be found at www.ed.gov under the National Council on the Evaluation of Foreign Academic Credentials section. <br /><br />Three letters of recommendation (unless three such up-to-date letters are included in a placement file) are required. The letters should be written by persons having firsthand knowledge of your professional qualifications, experience, abilities, and character and should be dated no more than three years prior to the filing deadline. <br /><br />Note to current SCCCD employees: <br />Please be aware that materials from your personnel file are not included as part of the application file. You must contact Human Resources in writing to request copies of materials in your employment or previous applicant file. Your paperwork can be copied one time only. <br /><br />The Community <br />Less than an hour from the Sierra Mountains, the city of Fresno offer easy access to the Kings Canyon, Sequoia and Yosemite National Parks. Seven nearby lakes offer sailing, fishing, boating, water skiing, or just plain relaxing. Art enthusiasts can enjoy ten theater groups, an opera association, a philharmonic orchestra, eight museums, and numerous galleries. <br /><br />EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT <br />State Center Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of State Center Community College District to provide all persons with equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age disability, medical condition, marital status, religion, or other similar factors as defined by law. We are a Title 5 Employer.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9088026815196763753-6335841804651917297?l=healthconnect.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>NursesConnect: RNConnecthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11110852754690972078noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9088026815196763753.post-21761982507407416682007-07-28T15:42:00.000-07:002007-07-28T15:43:37.968-07:00Job Duties / Details:<br /><br /><br />Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical is needed to work in local facility to provide direct patient care. <br /><br />Responsibilities will include: <br />Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical will observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress in patients. <br />Assist physicians during surgeries, treatments, and examinations. <br />Administer medications. <br />Assist in rehabilitation. <br />Develop and manage nursing care plans. <br />Instruct patients and their families in proper care. <br />Help individuals and groups take steps to improve or maintain their health. <br />Arrange patients for hospital admission and laboratory services. <br />Benefits: <br />Competitive Weekly Pay w/ Direct Deposit. <br />Choice of 1500+ national employment opportunities. <br />Private, furnished housing accommodations. <br />Tax-advantage reimbursement program. <br />401(K) Savings Plan. <br />Day one benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance. <br />Paid travel/relocation. <br />Licensure reimbursement. <br />Completion and Referral bonus programs. <br />24/7 on-call service. <br />Direct 800 number to your Consultant. <br />Free CEU program. <br />Professional Liability Coverage. <br />On-site local support. <br />Optional life insurance and short term disability insurance. <br />Multiple shifts available <br /><br />For the most current open needs or to learn more details about needs listed, please contact a TravelMax Consultant at 888-800-1855 or email jobs@travmax.com . Job Requirements<br />Must be eligible to work in the United States. <br />Must have at least one year of immediately-recent acute care hospital experience. <br />Must have active Nursing License. <br />Must be willing to travel and relocate temporarily. <br />Related Keywords: medical, medical care, health, health care, r.n., rn, registered nurse, nursing, travel registered nurse, travel nurse, travel nursing<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9088026815196763753-2176198250740741668?l=healthconnect.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>NursesConnect: RNConnecthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11110852754690972078noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9088026815196763753.post-50195062554206199622007-07-28T15:39:00.001-07:002007-07-28T15:40:58.799-07:00Travel Nurse - Med Surg RN, Registered Nurse <br /><br />Immediate need for Med Surg RNs in the Fresno area! <br /><br />Come work for the nation's leading healthcare staffing company! Unlike other travel nursing companies, Cross Country TravCorps will never put limits on your nursing career. You desire choice and we provide the options and flexibility to take your career to the next level. Cross Country TravCorps allows you to see the country and gain valuable experience while working in some of the nations most prestigious healthcare facilities as a travel nurse. We offer temp, permanent, and per-diem positions in all fifty states, as well as the U.S. Virgin Islands and Bermuda. <br /><br />We currently have 13-week travel nurse assignments available for Med Surg Registered Nurses in the Fresno area. In addition we have many more Med Surg positions available in other great locations. <br /><br />JOB BENEFITS INCLUDE: <br />• Free Private Housing or Generous Housing Allowance <br />• Free First Day Health, Life and Dental Insurance with Prescription Coverage <br />• Competitive Salaries and Guaranteed Pay <br />• Completion Bonuses <br />• Referral Bonuses <br />• Dependent Health, Life and Dental Insurance <br />• Travel Reimbursement <br />• Shift Differentials <br />• 401(k) Retirement Plan <br />• Direct Deposit/ Free Checking <br /><br />You could receive $500 when you refer a friend! Call us today. <br /><br />We offer the best in personalized attention. Our travelers enjoy our one-of-a-kind quality benefit programs including 24-hour support and Customer Care; Plus Discount Benefits to some of the nations top retailers, services and products. Call a recruiter today for more information.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9088026815196763753-5019506255420619962?l=healthconnect.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>NursesConnect: RNConnecthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11110852754690972078noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9088026815196763753.post-17517995505822207592007-07-28T15:32:00.000-07:002007-07-28T15:38:57.674-07:00<p>Travel Nurse - Ante Partum RN, Registered Nurse<br /><br />Immediate need for Ante Partum RNs in the Fresno area!<br /><br />Come work for the nation's leading healthcare staffing company! Unlike other travel nursing companies, Cross Country TravCorps will never put limits on your nursing career. You desire choice and we provide the options and flexibility to take your career to the next level. Cross Country TravCorps allows you to see the country and gain valuable experience while working in some of the nations most prestigious healthcare facilities as a travel nurse. We offer temp, permanent, and per-diem positions in all fifty states, as well as the U.S. Virgin Islands and Bermuda.<br /><br />We currently have 13-week travel nurse assignments available for Ante Partum Registered Nurses in the Fresno area. In addition we have many more Ante Partum positions available in other great locations.<br /><br />JOB BENEFITS INCLUDE:<br /> Free Private Housing or Generous Housing Allowance<br />Free First Day Health, Life and Dental Insurance with Prescription Coverage<br /> Competitive Salaries and Guaranteed Pay<br />Completion Bonuses<br /> Referral Bonuses<br />Dependent Health, Life and Dental Insurance<br /> Travel Reimbursement<br />Shift Differentials<br /> 401(k) Retirement Plan<br /> Direct Deposit/ Free Checking<br /><br />You could receive $500 when you refer a friend! Call us today.<br /><br />We offer the best in personalized attention. Our travelers enjoy our one-of-a-kind quality benefit programs including 24-hour support and Customer Care; Plus Discount Benefits to some of the nations top retailers, services and products. Call a recruiter today for more information.<br /><br />YOU DESERVE THE BEST!  <br />Find more Nurses at http://registerednursestoday.blogspot.com<br /><br />Requirements: Must have at least one year of current acute care experience in specified specialty. Must be a resident of the United States or Canada.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9088026815196763753-1751799550582220759?l=healthconnect.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>NursesConnect: RNConnecthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11110852754690972078noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9088026815196763753.post-91776524346990587432006-12-05T18:46:00.000-08:002006-12-05T18:50:07.744-08:00HealthConnect will provide you with all the health and nursing feeds you need to make up your mind. HealthConnect works in tandem with registerednursestoday to bring you the latest in health and nursing practices.<br /><br />Visit <a href="http://registerednursestoday.blogspot.com">RegisteredNursesToday</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9088026815196763753-9177652434699058743?l=healthconnect.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>NursesConnect: RNConnecthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11110852754690972078noreply@blogger.com0