Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse
Lafayette, LA
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Opportunity:

RN - Med Surg Tele

Job Details:

• 12-hour orientation required
• Patient ratio of 6:1 for days, nights, and weekends
• Weekend coverage required with every other holiday worked
• Float to all other inpatient units as needed (agency staff pulled first)
• No guaranteed specific scheduling requests (block scheduling not available)
• Care for adult and geriatric patients with diagnoses including chest pain, CAD, PVD, arrhythmias, DM, COPD exacerbation, pneumonia, hypertension, MI, renal failure, pulmonary embolism, CHF, GI bleed, and syncope
• Handle med-surg overflow patients including GI bleed, sepsis, CVA, and COVID+ cases
• Perform pre/post cath lab care, PPM/AICD procedures, ablations, and vascular surgeries
• Titrate cardiac and vasoactive drips including Cardizem, Amiodarone, Dobutamine, Nitroglycerin, Dopamine, and heparin
• Conduct sheath removal at bedside
• Work with telemetry monitoring, chest tubes, PCAs, epidurals, and wound vacs
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, CPI, NIHSS, and telemetry interpretation
• Must have 2 years of nursing experience and Louisiana or Compact state license
• NURSYS report required (within 4 weeks of submission)
• Must live more than 65 miles from facility
• Strict no call-in policy enforced
• May be assigned to Emergency Team during facility emergency events with expectation to remain until event passes

Facility:

This medical center is a comprehensive healthcare facility providing advanced cardiac and telemetry services with a 24-bed unit. The facility offers extensive interdisciplinary support including physical therapy, respiratory services, interpretation services, phlebotomy, radiology, social services, pharmacy, and transportation services. The organization maintains high standards for patient care and operates with modern equipment to support complex cardiac procedures and monitoring capabilities.

Location:

Lafayette, LA

Lafayette offers a vibrant cultural experience in the heart of Louisiana's Cajun country, known for its rich music scene, exceptional cuisine, and warm hospitality. The area provides an excellent blend of southern charm and modern amenities, making it an attractive destination for healthcare professionals seeking both career growth and cultural enrichment.