ED Holds/Telemetry Nurse
Chandler, AZ
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Telemetry ER Hold position in an acute care Level 1 trauma setting, requiring strong cardiac telemetry skills and an active AZ or compact RN license.

Responsibilities

• Work in an ED Holds/Telemetry unit within an acute care Level 1 trauma hospital
• Patients are ED holds awaiting inpatient placement, with primary focus on cardiac telemetry care
• Patient ratio is typically 1:4
• Nurses are responsible for titrating cardiac drips including Cardizem, Heparin, and Amiodarone
• Nurses must read and interpret telemetry strips; there are no monitor techs on the unit
• 12-hour night shifts are available (7a-7p or 7p-7a), with self-scheduling possible
• Required to work 4 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule and 2 of 4 major holidays
• Floating to medical/surgical, telemetry, overflow, and both campuses' EDs as needed
• Cerner is used as the EMR system and experience is required
• RNs provide care for patients boarding in the ED and may assist with ED patients for tasks such as vitals, IV starts, and medication administration
• Not assigned as primary RN for ED patients
• Team includes ED charge nurses and PCTs; unit does not use respiratory therapy equipment such as vents or BiPAP
• Navy scrubs are required
• Two-shift orientation to Med/Surg/Tele at primary campus is provided
• Returning candidates must not have been employed by any associated facilities within the past year
• Nurses must pass a sterile technique skills test for Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes in orientation
• Holiday work rotates with permanent staff
• First-time travelers and MS/Tele nurses without prior travel experience will be considered

Requirements

• Active AZ or compact RN license required at time of consideration; pending licenses are not accepted
• Minimum 2 years of recent cardiac telemetry experience within the last 6 months
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS (AHA or APEX)
• Must pass a dysrhythmia exam via Relias within 48 hours of offer, with a maximum of 2 attempts
• Must pass a pass/fail SIM lab on first day of orientation
• Strong ability to read telemetry strips and titrate cardiac drips per provider orders

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