Registered Nurse (RN) – MS/Tele Float

Job Overview

This position is for a support role within the Emergency Department (ED) Holding Unit, which is part of the float pool. The role involves providing care to patients waiting for an inpatient bed, who may have a variety of medical/surgical adult diagnoses. The staff member will be expected to manage both MS/Tele cases and float to different areas as necessary.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care in a fast-paced unit with a patient ratio of 1:6-7.
• Assist with the care of patients located in the ED Holding Unit, including possible PCU level patients.
• Adapt to float across ED and MedSurg areas as needed.
• Participate in the Storm Team and/or Hurricane Team and report during catastrophic events, mass casualties, or disasters.
• Maintain high standards of patient care while adhering to unit protocols and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and NIH Stroke Scale Certification (NIHSS) required.
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, specifically in MS/Tele and Emergency Department holding.
• Prior travel nursing experience is essential.
• Ability to handle a high patient turnover rate and fast-paced work environment.

Work Details

• Shift: 12-hour night shifts from 18:45 to 07:15.
• Contract lengths of 36 and 48 hours accepted; longer contracts available through February 2027.
• Work every other weekend and be available for holidays.
• Maximum of 7 days of requested time off (RTO) per contract.

Unit Information

The ED Holding Unit serves as a holding area for patients within the Emergency Department awaiting inpatient beds. The unit may care for patients with various adult diagnoses, and registered nurses will be expected to manage multiple patient needs across various levels of care.

Special Equipment

• Standard medical equipment including cardiac monitors, IV pumps, and other monitoring systems.

Documentation and Communication Systems

• Experience with Pyxis, Epic, and SBAR communication methods is preferred.

Orientation Details

An initial orientation lasting 12 hours will be provided to familiarize new hires with unit protocols and equipment.

Attire

Employees are required to wear navy scrubs while on duty.

Additional Notes

• EKG testing must be passed before starting in this specialty.
• This role involves interaction with a mix of high-acuity patients.
• Local candidates may be accepted at a local rate.