Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Telemetry position requiring a minimum of 2 years of experience, Epic proficiency, and the ability to pass an advanced dysrhythmia competency assessment.

Details

• Inpatient telemetry unit in a hospital setting
• Patient ratio of 1:3-4
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Uses Epic EMR (required)
• On-unit telemetry monitoring with cardiac dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Floating to different units may be required
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active KY RN license or compact RN license currently in hand
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience on a telemetry or like/higher acuity unit
• Epic EMR experience required
• Must pass an advanced dysrhythmia competency test
• Proficiency in interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Two professional references required for consideration
• Valid driver's license and Social Security card required for consideration
• Date of birth required for consideration

Additional Information

• Nursing care responsibilities include cardiac monitoring, IV therapy, medication management (including cardiac and vasoactive drips), feeding tube care, tracheostomy care, wound care, and management of respiratory support devices (BiPAP/CPAP, HFNC, chest tubes)
• First-time travelers are accepted provided they have 2+ years of RN experience on a like or higher acuity unit
• Former staff must wait 2 years before returning as a travel nurse
• Candidates residing within 75 miles of the facility are eligible to work the assignment but will be placed at a reduced local pay rate
• Requested time off (RTO) must be disclosed at time of consideration
• Lab work must be scheduled within 2 days of signing and completed within 2 weeks of signing