Description

American Traveler is hiring a Float Cardiac Telemetry RN for a Level I trauma center requiring 2+ years of experience and a compact or OK RN license.

Details

• Work on a 28-bed cardiac telemetry unit caring for all cardiac needs, including post-op care
• Nurse to patient ratio of 1:4-6
• Unit supported by PCTs, a healthcare unit coordinator, monitor techs, and virtual sitter monitoring
• Level I trauma center serving patients of all ages
• Shift schedule of 06:30-19:00
• Float required to cardiac telemetry and med-surg departments
• Up to 6 weekend shifts required within a 6-week schedule period
• Holiday coverage required if department has a need

Requirements

• Active RN license (Compact or OK) currently in hand
• Current BLS certification (AHA)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Nursys license verification required within 30 days prior to start

Additional Information

• Provide direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols
• Implement and monitor patient care plans, and communicate patient condition as appropriate
• Serve as primary coordinator across disciplines for well-coordinated patient care
• Carry out physician and nursing orders
• Assess and coordinate discharge planning needs with the healthcare team
• Work within a team-based structure supported by PCTs and a unit secretary
• Requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, and ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment
• Follow Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required
• Local candidates accepted, subject to a radius rule that may affect pay rate