Travel RN - Telemetry

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Tele RN for a day-shift contract requiring prior travel nursing experience, EKG proficiency, and Epic experience.

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required
• BLS certification required (American Heart or American Red Cross only)
• 2+ years of experience required, 4+ years preferred
• EKG test passing score required prior to start
• Epic EMR experience required
• Minimum of 1 completed travel assignment required
• New graduates not accepted
• Date of birth required for consideration

Responsibilities

• Med/Surg Tele unit caring for boarded patients in the ED (not ED patients)
• Floating required to other Med/Surg units when not needed in the ED
• 12-hour day shifts, 7:00am-7:30pm
• Every-other weekend requirement
• Holiday coverage required as needed (1-2 holidays during the contract)
• No on-call requirements
• 8-week contract length
• Care for boarded Med/Surg Tele patients within the ED and float to other Med/Surg units as needed
• On-site EKG test required on Day 1 of orientation; failure to pass may result in contract termination
• A study guide will be provided in advance of the on-site EKG test
• First-time travelers are not accepted for this position
• Returning permanent or per diem staff must be separated for 12 months before being considered as a traveler
• RTO limited to a maximum of 3 days for 8-week contracts
• Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate
• Local radius of 50 miles applies
• Facility will conduct a brief interview (10-15 minutes) prior to placement

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan