RN - MS Tele

RN - MS Tele Profession: Nursing Specialty: Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Float Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience required License: Must possess a current state RN license Certifications: BLS; NIHSS (can obtain after offer); ACLS preferred Must-Have: Must be able to pass EKG testing before the start date. Must be open to floating to any Medical-Surgical/Telemetry, ER Holding, or possibly PCU/Stepdown depending on skills and needs. Description:Must be available to work 6 weekend nights per 6-week schedule and holidays as needed.Patient ratio is 1:7.Travelers requesting time off during any holiday or holiday week will not be accommodated.This policy applies to major holidays throughout the year.Travelers may address any holiday time off directly with the manager after arriving onsite for their assignment.Previous charge experience preferred.Experience with Cerner charting system is required.Skills include accessing/managing ports, BiPAP/CPAP management, blood product administration, and cardiac telemetry.Experience in central line care/management, interpretation of dysrhythmias, and oxygen administration is also required.Candidates should work with interdisciplinary support including physical therapy and respiratory services.Patient demographics include adults and geriatrics with various medical conditions.The unit cares for patients with COPD, diabetes, and those needing orthopedic, general, gynecological surgical care, as well as palliative and hospice patients.Floating policies align with current standards to ensure appropriate orientation to new units.Modules for training will be completed during the contract period. #J-18808-Ljbffr