Medical Surgical / Telemetry RN
Newburgh, IN
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiac Observation Unit night shift position requiring strong pre/post Cath Lab, PACU recovery, and telemetry skills.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 31-bed Cardiac Observation Unit within a hospital setting
• Handles admissions, procedure recovery, pre- and post-Cath Lab, EP Lab, and cardiac surgery admissions
• Cares for patients including PACU recovery, TAVR/LAAO recoveries, and cardiac observation
• Night shift schedule with 12-hour shifts (6:00 p.m.–6:30 a.m.)
• Floats required to other cardiac, stepdown, or telemetry units as needed; cross-campus floating during shift is rare
• Patient ratios of 3:1 (day) and 4-5:1 (night)
• Every other weekend and holiday coverage required
• Uses Epic EMR with CUPID experience highly preferred
• Must be able to start IVs, remove radial artery sheaths, manage cardiac drips and TR Bands, and perform cardioversions
• Responsible for precepting students and new hires in a teaching hospital environment
• Red scrub top and black scrub bottoms required; no competing health system or agency logos allowed
• A 40-mile radius rule applies; no local candidates will be considered
• COVID-19 vaccine is not currently required but is subject to change
• Three call-ins may result in termination
• Must provide holiday coverage as scheduled
• Not open to first-time travelers

Requirements

• Active IN or Compact RN license
• American Heart Association BLS and ACLS certifications
• NIHSS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of relevant cardiac experience required
• At least 1 prior travel assignment completed
• Experience with Epic EMR required; CUPID experience preferred
• Proficient in telemetry, 12-lead EKG interpretation, IV and arterial line management, TR Band management, and cardiac drip titration
• Ability to pass telemetry competency tests

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