Registered Nurse (RN) – Med/Surg Telemetry

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Med/Surg Telemetry team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in patient care, specifically with stroke and neuro-related diagnoses.

Job Details

• Patient Ratios: 1:6
• Contracts: 13 weeks
• Shift: 12-hour night shifts (18:45 – 07:15)
• Hours: 36 or 48 hours per week
• Floating Requirement: Required to float to other Med/Surg/Telemetry areas, which may include COVID care units

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient care to stroke and neuro patients.
• Monitor and interpret telemetry readings, managing dysrhythmias as needed.
• Perform IV starts and other essential nursing procedures.
• Work every other weekend as part of the standard scheduling requirements.
• Participate in a rotational floating system as needed for patient care.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience with at least 1 year in Med/Surg.
• Experience with IV starts, telemetry, and the management and interpretation of dysrhythmias.
• Direct Med/Surg neuro experience is essential.
• Certifications: BCLS, NIH, NIHSS; ACLS preferred but not required.
• Must have at least 2 successful contracts before applying; first-time travelers will not be accepted.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• ACLS certification is preferred.
• Experience in an Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) is a plus.

Unit Details

• Daily census of 42 patients with 43 available rooms/beds.
• Unit systems used: PYXIS, EPIC, SBAR.
• 36 hours of orientation provided for all new staff.

Additional Information

Travelers are encouraged to maintain flexibility in scheduling and may need to adjust plans to accommodate patient care needs. RTO (Requested Time Off) is limited and must be communicated proactively. Any call-offs or additional RTO could lead to contract cancellations or DNR (Do Not Return) status.

Scrubs

Navy scrubs are required for this position.