Travel Med-Surg Telemetry RN
Indianapolis, IN
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position, requiring flexibility with weekends and an active IN or compact license.

Responsibilities

• Work in a Med/Surg Tele unit within a teaching hospital
• Patient population includes cardiovascular surgical, peripheral vascular surgical, arrhythmias, endocarditis, CHF exacerbations, and overflow patients
• Patient ratios are 1:5-6
• Night shift position, working 3x12 hour shifts from 19:00 to 07:30
• Required to work 50% of weekends during the contract based on unit needs
• Floating required within the hospital and to affiliate hospitals, with coverage for various care levels including Med-Surg, PCU, and ICU
• May be assigned precepting responsibilities or have students shadow as part of the teaching hospital environment
• Cerner EMR is used; charting experience preferred
• Responsibilities include providing care to a diverse patient population with complex cardiac and vascular needs
• Charge nurse coverage may be assigned based on operational needs, with training provided
• All travelers must complete hospital modules pre-start
• Must be able to work at least 2 out of 3 major holidays during the contract
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Time off requests of 5 non-holiday days or less are auto-approved; additional time off requires approval
• Any call-in shifts are subject to the hospital's make-up policy
• All candidates must be willing to float and accommodate the unit's operational requirements

Requirements

• Active IN or compact RN license required in hand prior to start
• Current BCLS certification from AHA or RQI accepted
• Minimum of 18 months to 2 years recent Med/Surg Tele RN experience required
• Strong skills in telemetry and IV start preferred
• Completion of nursing program accredited by ACEN or CCNE
• Must provide two supervisor references
• Not accepting local candidates residing in Indiana for Med/Surg Tele positions
• Former perm or PRN employees must have a 12-month separation before being considered

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