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

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Telemetry/ED Hold position requiring strong cardiac telemetry skills and an active AZ or Compact RN license.

Responsibilities

• Work in the ED Holds/Telemetry unit within an acute care Level 1 trauma center
• Patient population includes ED holds awaiting placement, primarily medical-surgical and telemetry cases
• Nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:4
• Required to titrate cardiac drips such as Cardizem, Heparin, and Amiodarone
• Nurses are responsible for reading and interpreting telemetry strips; no monitor technicians present
• 12-hour night shifts, with 4 weekend shifts in a 4-week schedule
• Must work 2 of 4 major holidays, rotating with permanent staff
• Floating is required to med/surg, telemetry, overflow, and both associated EDs as needed
• Uses Cerner EMR system; prior experience preferred
• No ventilator management required
• ED PCTs are available for additional unit support
• Will care for ED patients awaiting hospital admission, focusing on telemetry management and titrating drips
• May assist ED staff with tasks such as vital signs, IV starts, and medication administration (no primary ED assignments)
• Unit orientation includes two shifts on Med/Surg/Tele at the primary campus
• Required to wear navy scrubs as dress code
• Holiday shifts and first-to-float assignments are required
• RNs must live at least 50 miles from the facility for travel rate eligibility if residing in AZ, NV, NE, IA, or MN
• First-time travelers with strong MS/Tele experience are encouraged to apply

Requirements

• Active AZ or Compact RN license required at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of recent cardiac telemetry nursing experience within the past 6 months
• Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications from AHA or APEX are required
• Must pass a dysrhythmia exam via Relias (maximum 2 attempts within 48 hours of offer)
• Pass/Fail SIM Lab (Sterile technique test for Foley and central line dressing changes) required on the first orientation day
• Ability to independently titrate and decrease cardiac drips per physician orders
• Strong skills in reading/interpreting telemetry strips are required
• Must provide two references: one supervisor within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor within the last 3 years
• Copy of driver’s license required for consideration
• May not have been employed by CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity in the past year

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