Travel RN - Telemetry - Stepdown

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Step-Down/Intermediate Care Unit position in Anderson, Indiana, requiring telemetry experience and an active IN or compact RN license.

Job Details

• 26-bed Step-Down/Intermediate Care Unit (SDU/PCU) in a hospital setting,
• Patient population includes cardiac, neuro/stroke, dialysis, post-operative, respiratory, and general med/surg overflow patients,
• Provides care for medically complex patients requiring telemetry monitoring, frequent assessment, and specialized interventions,
• Manages patients with telemetry monitoring, IV drips (cardiac, vasoactive, or insulin infusions), central lines, PICC lines, and oxygen therapy including high-flow O2 and CPAP/BiPAP,
• Night shift: 18:00-06:30,
• Floating to other med/surg units may be required,
• 13-week contract,

Job Requirements

• Active IN RN license or compact RN license currently in hand,
• Current BLS certification (AHA only),
• Current ACLS certification (AHA only),
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required,
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required,
• Step-down, progressive care, or telemetry unit experience required,
• Strong critical thinking, clinical judgment, and ability to manage complex patients in a fast-paced environment,
• Full Social Security Number and full date of birth required for consideration,
• Two professional references required for consideration,
• Copy of Driver's License required for consideration,

Additional Information

• Perform comprehensive assessments including respiratory, cardiovascular, neurological, and hemodynamic status,
• Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms, vital signs, and lab results, and notify providers of changes in patient condition,
• Administer IV and other medications per physician orders and hospital policy,
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including physicians, respiratory therapy, physical therapy, and case management,
• Educate patients and families on diagnosis, treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions,
• Recognize early signs of patient deterioration and escalate care as needed,
• Accurate EMR documentation of assessments, interventions, and patient responses is expected,
• Local candidates are accepted; however, candidates residing within the facility's radius may be subject to a reduced pay rate