Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Kings Mountain, NC
American Traveler
4x12 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position requiring PCU experience and the ability to work every other weekend.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 33-bed Med/Surg Telemetry unit in a hospital setting
• Patient population includes stroke rule outs, pneumonia, cellulitis, failure to thrive, altered mental status, chest pain rule outs, atrial fibrillation, COPD, and others
• RN patient ratio is typically 1:5-1:6
• Uses EPIC EMR, Alaris IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, and Phillips telemetry monitors
• Shift schedule is either 7a-7p or 7p-7a with a 36-hour shift option available
• Weekend rotation is every other weekend
• Required to work 75% of holidays
• No on-call or call back responsibilities
• Floating required within Region 3 facilities within scope of practice, with paid travel time if floating mid-shift
• Must live at least 50 miles from the home unit per radius rule
• First-time travelers are welcome for this position
• Support staff includes CNAs, HUC/receptionists, charge nurses, phlebotomy, IV/VAT team, resource nurse as available, 24/7 respiratory therapy, and hospitalist coverage
• Telemetry monitoring provided at both the nurse station and a central monitoring location
• Unit culture promotes close teamwork and a patient-centered approach
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Free parking provided
• New employee orientation includes facility orientation and two departmental training days
• Holiday and RTO (time off) requests are limited; up to 6 days off can be approved excluding holidays, with missed hours added at contract end

Requirements

• Active NC or compact RN license
• Minimum 18 months of recent PCU experience
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications
• Proficiency in tracheostomy care, cardiac drips, rhythm interpretation, chest tube management, blood product administration, wound care, and central line management
• Experience with EPIC EMR preferred

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