RN - MS Tele

RN - MS Tele

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: Medical/Surgical/Telemetry

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Night

Hours per Shift: 12

Experience: 2 years of acute care experience required

License: Active nursing license

Certifications: BLS, CPI preferred

Must-Have:

• Experience in acute care nursing
• Ability to float within like units as needed
• Comfortable with flexible staffing ratios

Description:This position is for a registered nurse in a medical/surgical/telemetry unit.The shift is from 19:00 to 07:30, working three consecutive nights per week.Candidates must have at least two years of acute care nursing experience.First-time travelers are accepted if they meet the experience requirements.Weekend shifts are required based on unit needs, with a total of six weekend shifts in a six-week scheduling period.The nurse-to-patient ratio is typically 1:6, with potential flexibility based on staffing and unit requirements.Floating to other like units may be required to meet facility needs.This unit services patients requiring hospitalization before and after various surgical procedures and post-trauma care.Surgical specialties include orthopedics, neurosurgery, urology, general surgery, trauma, and more.The daily census averages 24 patients, and the unit includes interdisciplinary support from various healthcare professionals.Candidates must be adept at using Epic charting system.A variety of patient diagnoses and care procedures will be handled, including management of IVs, telemetry, and post-operative care.The unit features special equipment such as ceiling lifts and virtual sitters.