Med-Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse
Washington, DC
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele assignment requiring a DC RN license and strong telemetry skills.

Responsibilities

• Work in the Med/Surg Telemetry unit of a short-term acute care teaching hospital
• Day shift, 3x12 hour shifts per week, with every other weekend required
• Assigned patient ratio is 1:5
• Required to float within units of equivalent or lower acuity
• Unit consists of 16 rooms/beds caring for cardiac telemetry and medical/surgical patients
• Uses Cerner EMR and Pyxis for medication management
• Providing care to patients requiring cardiac monitoring and telemetry
• Charge nurse experience is preferred but not required
• Flu vaccination is mandatory for all employees
• Every other weekend coverage is required (6 weekend shifts per contract)
• Parking is available for a fee

Requirements

• Active DC RN license required, or proof of pending status at time of consideration
• Current BLS certification required
• Minimum of 2 years of MS/Tele RN experience
• At least 1 prior travel assignment required
• Must pass the Relias EKG Rhythm Interpretation Exam with 80% overall and 100% on lethal rhythms
• Skills required include telemetry monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, cardiac telemetry, feeding tube care, IV therapy including PICC line and peripheral line management, and IV starts

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