Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry in Springfield, MO

Registered Nurse (RN) | Telemetry
Location: Springfield, MO
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Travel RN – Surgical / Telemetry (Nights)

Location

Springfield, MO | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13-Week Travel Assignment | Night Shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) | Expected 36 or 48 hours/week (must be indicated at time of submission)

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care for all age groups, including post-surgical, GI/GU/ENT/Urology, and telemetry patients
• Monitor and coordinate patient care activities with ancillary departments to optimize patient outcomes and comfort
• Evaluate the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers and maintain professional accountability
• Perform and demonstrate competence in drug titration as required by the unit
• Maintain patient rights and confidentiality of patient information in accordance with applicable standards and regulations
• Float on a rotational basis as required; night shift orients on day shift and must be available the entire orientation week

Required Qualifications

• Current RN license — must meet eligibility criteria for licensure in the state of Missouri or currently hold Missouri licensure
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) only
• 4 trauma credits required — must be completed within the first two weeks of the assignment if not already obtained at time of submission
• NIHSS certification — may be submitted without, but must be obtained prior to start date
• Minimum 1 year of inpatient telemetry experience
• Demonstrated experience and competence in drug titration
• Flu vaccination or an approved exemption is required from November 1 through April 1 — declinations are not accepted

Preferred Experience / Skills

• ACLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) preferred
• Inpatient trauma experience preferred
• Familiarity with Alaris pumps, telemetry monitoring equipment, and lift equipment
• Experience with EPIC EMR

Why Join Us

• Work within a high-acuity, nationally recognized facility that holds a Level 1 Trauma & Burn Center designation, Level 2 Stroke Center certification, and among the highest CMS Star Ratings in the region
• Springfield, MO offers a vibrant community with attractions including a nationally acclaimed wildlife museum and aquarium, a zoo, art museum, local breweries, restaurants, and easy access to Route 66 landmarks