I'm toying with the idea of picking up local travel contracts. I was offered a contract for a Kaiser that's 77 miles away from where I currently live for 1855 net/week. My recruiter also offered the same pay for a closer kaiser that's only 30 miles away. I asked about the 50 mile rule, and he said there is no set number, and if I book lodging near the hospital I would be covered (this wouldn't be a problem). Is this true?
Also, $1855/week seems somewhat low for Kaiser. Is this pay reasonable? I make 2700 biweekly as staff. I am looking to maximize my income and get a change of scenery prior to starting anesthesia school this fall though!
Yes, that is a bad contract for an ICU RN. Kaiser gross winter rates was 3400 for 36 hours and 4300 for 48 hour. Get ready for lots of floating. That ICU RN can do everything mentality exists at Sutter and Kaiser.
Typically Kaiser does pre-recorded phone interview and written interview via email. Last year, I was told by my recruiter a Northern Kaiser was desperate for ICU RN's without interviews. I didn't go with Kaiser had something else in the works.
Wolf at the Door, BSN
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Yes, that is a bad contract for an ICU RN. Kaiser gross winter rates was 3400 for 36 hours and 4300 for 48 hour. Get ready for lots of floating. That ICU RN can do everything mentality exists at Sutter and Kaiser.
Typically Kaiser does pre-recorded phone interview and written interview via email. Last year, I was told by my recruiter a Northern Kaiser was desperate for ICU RN's without interviews. I didn't go with Kaiser had something else in the works.