Medical-Surgical Telemetry Float Pool Nurse
Garden City, KS
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a night shift Med/Surg Telemetry Float Pool position in Kansas, requiring a compact or KS RN license and MS-Tele experience.

Responsibilities

• Work in an acute care hospital setting within a Med/Surg Telemetry Float Pool
• Float to multiple units including General MS-Tele, Cardiac, Neuro, Oncology, Rehab, Renal, Bariatrics, Ortho, Trauma, and ED Observation
• Adult to geriatric patient populations with diverse diagnoses such as post-surgical, cardiac, neuro, psych/detox, renal, and more
• Nurse-to-patient ratios typically 1:5-6 depending on acuity
• Night shifts, 12 hours, with 6-9 weekend shifts in a 6 week schedule
• Travelers are expected to float throughout designated Zone 4 within a 60-mile radius
• Use of Epic EMR is required, with Alaris equipment preferred
• May be required to handle heparin drip titration
• Floating may include units of varying acuity such as ICU (for low acuity holds), PCU/Stepdown, and MS-Tele
• Provide comprehensive care and assessments to adult and geriatric patients across a broad range of medical and surgical specialties
• Travelers are expected to be flexible and fill in scheduling gaps
• RT equipment such as vents, CPAP, and BiPAP are used on the unit
• Monitor techs are present; RNs may be required to interpret strips
• Designated charge nurse on each unit typically does not take a patient assignment except as necessary
• Nurse aids support the unit
• Holiday rotation and participation may be required
• All time off requests must be submitted prior to assignment start
• Travelers must be available in-state for orientation week, even if some modules are remote
• Scrub requirements are not specified

Requirements

• Active KS or Compact RN license in hand; pending licenses not accepted
• Minimum 2 years of recent MS-Tele experience within the last 3 years
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Experience with Epic EMR preferred
• Experience with Alaris IV equipment preferred
• Must submit a copy of a valid Driver's License
• Two professional references required: one from a supervisor within the last 12 months, and one from a peer or supervisor within the last 3 years
• Must reside more than 60 miles from the float zone city center per radius policy
• No current or recent (within last 12 months) direct employment with facilities associated with CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity

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