Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Oakes, ND
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Med/Surg RN with a ND or compact license, required certifications, and strong assessment skills for night shifts in an acute care setting.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 20-bed Med/Surg unit within an acute care critical access hospital
• Night shifts, 12 hours in length, with every 3rd weekend and participation in holiday rotation
• Nurse to patient ratio is 1:5
• Floating to the ER is required based on staffing needs
• Block scheduling may be available depending on staffing
• Mindray monitors are used; nurses are responsible for reading and documenting their own EKG strips
• Uses the MEDITECH electronic medical record system
• Patient population includes falls, CHF, bowel obstruction, A-fib, swing bed, and more
• Nurses manage insulin, heparin, and levophed drips, including titration, as well as set-rate amiodarone drips
• Charge nurse present 24/7 and does not take a patient assignment
• Primary responsibilities include comprehensive assessments, administration of medications, titration of IV drips, and management of various medical and post-acute patients
• Flexibility to float to the ER as needed
• Support is available from CNAs, PCTs, and nursing supervisors
• Orientation consists of 3-6 shifts depending on staff availability
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Team environment values adaptability and collaboration
• No specific scrub color required

Requirements

• Active and current ND or compact RN license required at time of consideration
• Minimum of 2 years recent RN experience in Med/Surg required
• Certifications required: BLS (AHA), ACLS (AHA), PALS (AHA), NIHSS
• Confident skills in assessment, use of infusion pumps, and medication administration
• Ability to manage and administer respiratory equipment including Hamilton C1 ventilator, CPAP, BiPap, and high-flow devices
• Ability to titrate common drips and interpret EKG strips
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months, and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration
• Candidate may not have been employed by CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity within the past 12 months

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