Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry in Springfield, MO

Registered Nurse (RN) | Telemetry
Location: Springfield, MO
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Travel RN – Surgical / Telemetry (Nights)

Location

Springfield, MO | Acute Care / Inpatient Surgical

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13 Weeks | Night Shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) | Onsite | Expected 36 or 48 hours/week (must be indicated at time of submission)

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize the nursing process to perform assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of direct patient care for all age groups, including post-surgical and telemetry patients
• Monitor and coordinate patient care activities with ancillary and interdisciplinary departments to optimize patient outcomes and comfort
• Evaluate the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct caregivers and maintain professional accountability
• Operate unit equipment including Alaris pumps, telemetry monitoring systems, and lift equipment; document care using EPIC EMR
• Maintain patient rights and confidentiality of patient information in accordance with applicable standards and guidelines
• Float on a rotational basis as required; orient on day shift prior to transitioning to night shift schedule

Required Qualifications

• Current RN license — must meet eligibility criteria for licensure in the state of Missouri or hold an active Missouri RN license
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) only
• Must have 4 trauma credits or complete them within the first two weeks of assignment start
• NIHSS certification required prior to start (candidates may be submitted without it but must obtain before beginning)
• Minimum 1 year of inpatient telemetry experience
• Demonstrated experience and competence in drug titration
• Flu vaccination or an approved exemption is required from November 1 through April 1; declinations are not accepted

Preferred Experience / Skills

• ACLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) preferred
• Inpatient trauma experience preferred
• Familiarity with specialty surgery patient populations including GI, GU, ENT, and Urology
• Calm demeanor with strong collaboration and communication skills

Why Join Us

• Work within a nationally recognized acute care facility that holds a Level 1 Trauma and Burn Center designation, Level 2 Stroke Center certification, and a high CMS Star Rating — offering a clinically rich and rewarding travel assignment
• Springfield, MO offers a vibrant community with local attractions, dining, breweries, museums, and outdoor spaces — a great destination for travel clinicians