Med Surg/Telemetry Registered Nurse
Tulsa, OK
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position in a Level 3 Trauma Center, requiring Epic experience and an active OK or compact RN license.

Responsibilities

• Work in a Med/Surg Telemetry unit within an acute care hospital
• Level 3 Trauma Center environment
• Patient ratios typically 1:5, with possible assignment up to 1:6–7
• Common diagnoses include altered mental status, CHF, stroke, orthopedic cases, surgical patients, DKA, and infections
• Care for some patients with mental health diagnoses
• Day shift, three 12-hour shifts per week, 6:30–19:00
• Requires three weekend shifts per 6 weeks
• No on-call responsibilities
• Unit uses Epic EMR; Epic experience required
• Floating within scope to other units as needed
• Locals accepted at the same rate as travelers
• Must adhere to hospital zero-fault attendance policy; two missed shifts result in a warning, three may result in contract cancellation
• Required to complete all assigned modules before the start date
• No holiday RTO approved; maximum of five total days off during a 13-week assignment, with all time off pre-approved at submission
• Block scheduling or special scheduling requests are not permitted
• Scrub color varies by unit; confirm specific requirements with supervisor
• Free parking available on-site
• All travelers must commit to pre-employment lab work within 48-72 hours of signing

Requirements

• Active OK or compact RN license required at time of consideration
• Minimum two years of recent hospital RN experience required
• At least two successful travel assignments completed with no performance or attendance issues; no first-time travelers
• Certifications required: BLS, ACLS
• NIH Stroke Scale certification preferred
• Proficiency in cardiac care and basic dysrhythmia interpretation required (self-rating of 3 or above)
• Epic EMR experience within the past year is required
• No background check issues permitted

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