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 – Ortho Neuro (Telemetry), Nights

Location

Springfield, Missouri

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Travel | Night Shift (19:00–07:00) | 13-Week Assignment | 36 or 48 Hours Per Week

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize the nursing process to perform direct patient care activities including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation for orthopedic and neurological patient populations
• 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 drug titration and telemetry monitoring in accordance with established clinical guidelines
• Maintain patient rights and confidentiality of patient information in compliance with applicable standards
• Float on a rotational basis as required by unit needs

Required Qualifications

• Current RN license; must be eligible for or currently hold licensure in the state of Missouri
• Minimum 1 year of inpatient telemetry experience
• Demonstrated experience and competence in drug titration
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required prior to start date
• Flu vaccination or approved exemption required November 1 through April 1

Preferred Experience / Skills

• ACLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)
• Inpatient orthopedic nursing experience
• Proficiency with EPIC EMR and Alaris infusion pumps

Why Join Us

• Join a high-acuity inpatient unit at a recognized Level 1 Trauma and Burn Center and Level 2 Stroke Center serving a broad regional patient population
• Work in a facility known for patient safety recognition, high CMS Star Ratings, and a strong commitment to clinical excellence and innovation