Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Lorain, OH
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position working night shifts with telemetry verification and insulin drip experience required.

Responsibilities

• Position located on a 29-bed Med/Surg Telemetry unit in an acute care hospital
• Patient population includes orthopedics, neurology, and telemetry patients
• Typical patient ratios are 1:5 to 1:6, especially 1:6 on night shifts
• Care involves wounds vacs, central and PICC lines, BiPAP, CPAP, high flow oxygen, and non-titratable drips such as Cardizem, Heparin, and Insulin
• Ancillary staff includes 1-2 support personnel per shift depending on census and phlebotomy for lab draws
• Nurses are required to read and verify telemetry strips once per shift using Epic
• 12-hour night shifts with every other weekend and holiday required
• No local candidates accepted due to a 50-mile radius rule
• Navy blue scrubs are required
• Responsibilities include providing comprehensive care, medication administration, and interdisciplinary coordination for a diverse Med/Surg Telemetry patient population
• Collaboration with ancillary staff and access to phlebotomy support for lab draws
• Support and study guides provided for the required dysrhythmia exam
• Must be willing to work every other weekend and cover holidays as assigned
• Testing and certification validation required prior to starting
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates must live more than 50 miles from the facility

Requirements

• Active OH or compact RN license required
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant nursing experience required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Must pass a dysrhythmia (EKG) exam on first day with two attempts allowed
• Experience with insulin drips required
• Experience with Epic EMR preferred
• Travel nursing experience not required

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