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IMCU Float Pool Registered Nurse (RN)An opportunity is available for an experienced IMCU Float Pool Registered Nurse to provide specialized nursing care. The role involves significant responsibilities in the Intermediate Medical Care Unit, with a focus on telemetry and patient management.Schedule3x12-Hour Shifts: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AMUp to 2 weekends per month requiredFloating to MedSurg based on patient volumeHoliday coverage requiredClinical DetailsExperience with EPIC EMR is requiredTelemetry skills neededPatient-to-nurse ratio of 5:1 (goal 4:1)Average census ranges between 20-24 patientsOccasional pediatric patients; must be comfortable providing pediatric care when necessaryRequirementsMinimum of 2 years of IMCU/telemetry experience2+ years of travel experience is requiredActive nursing license in NC or compact stateCertifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS requiredAdditional InformationScrubs must be navy or whiteLocal rule: Candidates residing within 40 miles of the facility will not be acceptedInclude a cover sheet and current NURSYS report with applicationAll requests for time off (RTO) must be submitted with the application profileUnit DetailsThe facility operates with a goal of 4:1 patient-to-nurse ratiosStandard management of IV drips such as Heparin, Nitroglycerin, Cardizem, and AmiodaroneA specific Heparin protocol is in place for titrationPatients that require a higher level of care will be transferred to ICU as neededSkills NeededTelemetry and progressive care unit experienceManagement of dysrhythmias and use of rapid response/code teamsExperience with blood product administration and line care/managementNon-invasive airway management and isolation precautionsClient Details City Boone State NC