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

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg night shift position requiring a compact RN license, strong Med/Surg background, and recent Epic experience.

Responsibilities

• Position is located in a surgical medical care center in a teaching hospital
• 41-bed Med/Surg unit with a patient ratio of 1:6-7 on nights
• Patient population includes post-surgical, trauma level II, dementia, AMS, detox, and various surgical cases
• Frequently provides care for whipples, vascular, pre/post heart caths, bariatric, ENT, podiatry, and wound care patients
• Floats required within skillset and to nearby campuses with two hours notice; mid-shift floats may occur but cross-campus are unlikely
• 12-hour night shifts from 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
• Required to work three weekends in every six-week schedule and every other holiday
• Uses Epic charting system and requires recent experience
• Teamwork-focused unit with supportive charge nurses and experienced PCTs
• May be required to precept students and new-hires as part of teaching hospital responsibilities
• Navy blue scrubs required with no competing logos allowed
• Covid-19 vaccination not required at this time but subject to change
• Unit known for excellent culture, regularly celebrates birthdays and special occasions

Requirements

• Active IN or compact RN license required
• Current AHA BLS and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum of two years recent strong Med/Surg experience with at least one prior travel assignment
• Trauma level II experience required
• Recent Epic EMR experience required
• Proficiency in PIV insertion, chest tube/drain management, CBI, stable drips (heparin, lasix, protonix), epidural management, ostomy care, blood product administration, tele interpretation, and wound care
• Strong assessment and critical thinking skills required
• Applicants must reside outside a 40-mile radius from the facility

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