Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Pulmonary RN
Sioux Falls, SD
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele Pulmonary night shift position requiring 2 years of acute care and telemetry skills.

Responsibilities

• Work in an acute care hospital on a 30-bed med/surg and 8-bed progressive care pulmonary unit (Level 1 Trauma)
• Patient populations include pulmonary conditions such as pneumonia, COPD, CHF, COVID-19, pulmonary embolism, and complex cases needing advanced respiratory and cardiac monitoring
• Nurse-to-patient ratios: 1:4-5 on day shift, 1:5-6 on night shift; 1:3 in Pulmonary Acute for IMC RNs
• Duties include medical-surgical and telemetry care, mechanical and non-invasive ventilation (Bipap, Cpap, Heated High Flow, oxygen titration), moderate sedation, chest tubes, tracheostomy care, and IV medication administration
• Uses Epic EMR and Alaris pumps; experience with these systems is preferred
• Night shifts with 12-hour shifts; every other weekend and holiday required
• Floating to other med-surg units is required, with travelers reassigned first
• Day 1 orientation covers telemetry and mechanical ventilation competencies, followed by precepted shifts and clinical validations
• Supportive and collaborative team culture with opportunities for professional development and committee participation
• Advocates for patient safety and high quality care while developing skills in time management and clinical judgment
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Holiday coverage is required as part of the rotation
• Return candidates must have a 6 month gap since last employment at any Sanford Health location

Requirements

• Active SD or compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of recent hospital acute care and telemetry experience
• Current BLS (AHA) and ACLS (AHA) certifications required
• Experience with Bipap, Cpap, Heated High Flow, oxygen titration, moderate sedation, and telemetry required
• Ability to care for complex pulmonary patients using electronic charting (Epic) and IV medication delivery (Alaris pumps)

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