Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg/Telemetry (Days) Lawton

RN needed for opening of Med-Surg/CVCU unit. Unit opening for overflow pts. 12 bed unit. Staffing 1:4-5 (depending on acuity).
A medical surgical telemetry nurse, or telemetry nurse, monitors patients' vital signs and physiological parameters using telemetry equipment. They work in hospitals and other clinical facilities to care for patients with a range of conditions, including heart failure, diabetes, and gastrointestinal diseases.
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Float to other Med/Surg or ER to take Med Surg holds - occasionally Required
Must be able to read monitor strips.
Scheduling Flexibility Required
Recent traveler experience - highly preferred
Profile Requirements:
Work History
Skills Checklist ((Cardiac ICU Checklist), current to 1 year, pertinent to the specialty
2 Supervisory Reference Forms, taken within the last two years
Licensure & Certifications (OK State License or compact & BLS, ACLS - AHA, NIH)
Candidates' Permanent Address (Facility will consider local candidates at a reduced rate)
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
ACLS (AHA)
BLS (AHA)
NIH
STATE LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Oklahoma
ABOUT THE FACILITY

Today, Comanche County Memorial Hospital is a 265-bed regional referral center and integrated delivery system providing medical services in virtually every specialty. The success of this progressive organization has been made possible through the courage, foresight, and spirit of human kindness of the citizens of Comanche County and is a direct result of the vision and leadership of people too numerous to name.
As we reflect upon over 60 years of community service, it is rewarding to know that we are still living the charitable mission for which we were founded half a century ago - to provide access to comprehensive and quality healthcare for all. As we look to the future, we are reminded that our purpose has and will always be to enhance the quality and quantity of life of those we serve in Southwest Oklahoma.

Comanche Specific Policies:
Multipliers - No increased rate for OT*** Holiday, and Call-Back
Rebate - This client has a rebate of 1% of all billings related to this assignment; passthrough expenses are not subject to any rebates. Please see section 14.6.1 of SSP Master Agreement for details.
Orientation - Allied and Therapy Travelers start orientation on Tuesdays. Nursing Travelers start orientation on Thursdays
Travelers will expect about 6 hours worth of modules to complete prior to start. Logins will typically be provided one week in advance of start date. If modules are completed prior to their initial start date Comanche will compensate them *** In order to process payment, agency must upload completed transcripts into the compliance section of Trio.
Call Policy - On Call paid out at *** per hour with 1 Hour Minimum
Local Policy - Applicants within 50 miles of Comanche County will be considered for a placement at 11% less the travel rate***
1 Year NIH Certification Link:
# of Beds: 12
Patient Ratio: 1:4-5