Observation Telemetry Registered Nurse
Chandler, AZ
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Telemetry Observation Unit position requiring recent acute care experience and ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 16-bed Observation/Telemetry unit within an acute care hospital
• Patient population includes chest pain, post heart cath, stable pre-CABG, and post-procedure patients
• No vents, bipap, or cpap used on the unit
• Cerner EMR is used; Cerner experience preferred
• Night shift, 12-hour shifts, with every 3rd weekend required
• Must work 2 out of 3 major holidays on a rotation with core staff
• Floating is required to any tele/med-surg floor, including the possibility to float to a sister facility
• Charge nurse present 24/7; patient care techs staffed per census
• No IV team; hospitalist covers call
• Care for patients following observation protocols, including cardiac monitoring and post-procedural care
• Expected to float first among staff when floating is needed
• Must wear navy scrubs
• 24/7 access to respiratory therapy and pharmacy services
• No patients with alcohol withdrawal unless beyond three days
• First time travelers will be considered
• Candidates who do not pass required exams after two attempts will be ineligible for future positions with the organization for six months (with some regional exceptions)
• Orientation includes two days of floor-specific training
• Must pass both a dysrhythmia exam and simulated lab to begin assignment

Requirements

• Active RN license (state or compact) required at the time of consideration
• Minimum of 2 years of recent acute care RN experience within the past 6 months
• Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Must pass a dysrhythmia exam within 24-48 hours of offer (maximum 2 attempts)
• Must pass a simulated skills lab on day 1 of orientation
• Candidates must live at least 50 miles from the facility, verified with a current driver’s license
• Must provide a copy of a current driver’s license for consideration
• May not have worked at a facility affiliated with CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity in a staff role within the past 12 months
• Two professional references required: one supervisor reference from the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor reference from the last 3 years with employment dates and rehire eligibility

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts