Travel RN - Telemetry

Travel RN - Telemetry

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Telemetry position requiring a CA RN license and prior CCU or high-end stepdown experience.

Acute care Telemetry-PCU unit split across multiple floors with double occupancy rooms

Nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:4, except one unit at 1:3

12-hour day shifts from 0645-1915

Every other weekend required

Uses Cerner EMR

RNs required to titrate drips including heparin; titration experience not required

Charge nurse typically does not take a patient load

Patient care techs available 1-2 per shift depending on census

Dedicated monitor techs on all units; RNs must be able to read and interpret telemetry strips

GE telepack monitors used, with bedside mounted monitors on one unit

Floating required to MedSurg, Rehab, or ICU/CCU depending on unit, with travelers floated first

No call or standby requirements

Common diagnoses include cardiac conditions, CHF, chest pain, pneumonia, respiratory issues, and sepsis

Active CA RN license (Standard or Compact) required, pending licenses not accepted

Active BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required

EKG interpretation class required

Minimum 2 years of experience in CCU or high-end stepdown unit required for one unit; telemetry experience preferred

COVID vaccine required

Driver's license copy required for consideration

Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including employment dates and rehire eligibility

Provide telemetry-level nursing care across cardiac, respiratory, and related diagnoses

Strong customer service and teamwork skills required

Some units are described as tight-knit and exclusive, requiring strong candidates who work well within established teams

Navy scrub color required

Unit-specific orientation consists of 3 shifts

Coverage required for 1 major and 1 minor holiday

First-time travelers are welcome to apply

Candidates must not have been directly employed by any CommonSpirit-associated facility, including CHI and Dignity Health, within the past year; PRN employment through outside firms is acceptable