Travel RN - Med​/Surg Tele

American Traveler is hiring an RN for an Ortho/Tele Med-Surg unit, requiring 1-2 years of experience and an active MA RN license.

Requirements

• Active MA RN license in hand
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of med-surg/tele experience required
• Cerner experience preferred but not required
• Experience with telemetry monitoring, cardiac dysrhythmia interpretation, and management
• Skills in IV therapy, central/peripheral line care, and blood product administration
• Experience with insulin drip titration and IV insulin protocols
• Experience with total joint replacement and orthopedic surgical patients
• Experience with wound care and isolation precautions/PPE

Responsibilities

• Work on an ortho/tele med-surg unit admitting adult and geriatric patients 18+
• Focus on orthopedics, general surgeries, and floor-level med-surg patients including insulin drips
• Average daily census of 40 with 26 rooms and 40 beds
• Evening shift schedule, 5x8 hours from 15:00 to 23:00
• Weekend coverage required every other weekend
• Float required
• Uses Omnicell medication system
• Documentation completed in Cerner
• Provide care for ortho/tele med-surg patients including post-surgical and insulin drip management
• Monitor cardiac telemetry and respond to dysrhythmias using rapid response/code teams as needed
• Orientation includes 36 hours total, with 12 hours computer training and 24 hours 1:1 with a preceptor
• Scrubs of any color are permitted
• First-time travelers will be considered if they have 2-3 years of experience and either Epic or Cerner background
• Returning staff must wait one year before being eligible to return as a traveler

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts