RN - Tele

Acute Care Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse Specialty: Telemetry Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 12-hour Nights Hours per Shift: 36 hours per week Experience: Minimum of 2 years License: Required Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS Must-Have: Must have 2 years or more of experience. No First Time Travelers are accepted. No RRT, Code, or IV team available in the facility. Must be able to read and interpret telemetry strips.

Description: Nursing staff is designated for a patient ratio of 1:4-6 based on acuity level. The unit typically cares for lower acuity patients. Patients with higher acuity or complex diagnoses are transferred out. Common patient diagnoses include a.fib, cellulitis, severe wounds, and falls. There are swing bed patients for wound care, rehab, or long-term antibiotics. The staff includes a Shift Supervisor who may take patient assignments when necessary. There are Nurse Aides available on nights, with a ratio of 2-3 for nights. Respiratory therapy staff are available weekdays with on-call hours and a 30-minute response time. Nursing staff is responsible for EKGs, breathing treatments, and Bipap. Scheduling is managed at the management level with aims for predictable schedules. Travelers are expected to remain flexible to fill gaps in staffing. Weekend shifts may be required, typically 4 in a 4-week period. Holiday rotation participation may be necessary. There are no call or standby requirements. Floating to other departments may be requested. Any color scrubs may be worn. Orientation is provided with a preceptor for 1-2 shifts. Traveling staff should possess the ability to work independently and adaptability to varying needs. Housing may be challenging to find in the area.