Provide direct patient care on a high-acuity cardiac/renal medical-surgical telemetry unit (41 beds) with a patient population that includes Afib with RVR, atrial flutter, heart blocks, CHF, COPD, sepsis, post-ablation, dialysis, BH/CIWA, and heart cath without interventions
Perform telemetry monitoring and 12-lead EKG interpretation; travelers are expected to pass telemetry competency testing
Initiate and titrate drips including antiarrhythmics, Heparin, aminophylline, Cardizem, Tikosyn, and Amiodarone; manage stable drips such as Lasix and Protonix
Perform PIV insertion and manage chest tubes, indwelling drains, CBI, and nephrostomy tubes
Float within skillset to affiliated campuses with a minimum of 2 hours notice for cross-campus float; mid-shift float within the same campus is also possible
May be required to precept students and new hires at this teaching facility
Required Qualifications
Active, current Compact RN License required
AHA BLS certification required
AHA ACLS certification required
NIHSS certification required
Minimum 2 years of strong cardiac/telemetry experience; at least 1 prior travel assignment and Trauma Level II experience required
Recent Epic EMR experience required (checkoff class will be required upon start)
Must live at least 40 miles from the facility to be eligible
Preferred Experience / Skills
Strong assessment and critical thinking skills with the ability to manage high-acuity, rapidly changing patient conditions
Experience initiating and titrating a broad range of cardiac drips and antidysrhythmic medications
Demonstrated adaptability, resilience, and ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented unit culture
Experience in a teaching hospital environment, including precepting students or new staff
Why Join Us
Join a well-established, high-retention unit led by an experienced manager, offering a stable and supportive team environment
Expected 36 hours per week with the possibility of 48-hour contracts available upon request; overtime may be available on 48-hour contracts after 52 hours