Telemetry/Stepdown RN
Uniontown, PA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Tele/Stepdown position in an acute care setting, requiring a PA or compact RN license and advanced cardiac skills.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 28-bed Stepdown/Intermediate Care Unit within an acute hospital setting
• Primary patient population includes heavy cardiac (dysrhythmias, CVA) and stepdown cases, including patients downgraded from ICU
• Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:4-5 (may be 1:6 for MedSurg acuity)
• Use of cardiac telemetry monitoring; RNs are responsible for reading and interpreting strips
• Must titrate drips including Cardizem, Nitro, Dopamine, Dobutamine, and Heparin; insulin is set-rate only; no sedation drips
• Experience with Bipap, Cpap, and High Flow oxygen required
• 12-hour night shifts, every other weekend, and every other holiday as per rotation
• Potential floating to ICU as helping hands
• Uses both Cerner and Epic EMR systems
• 2 shift floor-specific orientation with preceptor provided
• RNs serve as the central monitor station for the entire hospital and are expected to interpret telemetry independently
• Support team includes hospitalists and respiratory therapists in-house 24/7; limited overnight CNA support
• Navy blue scrubs required, including jackets if worn
• Holiday and weekend shifts are assigned in rotation with permanent staff
• Testing on EKG interpretation may be required for consideration
• First-time travelers will be considered
• Travelers cannot work within this health system for more than one year without a 2-year break

Requirements

• Active PA or compact RN license required
• Minimum of 2 years' recent experience in a stepdown or similar setting
• Certifications required: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS
• Must be able to read and interpret cardiac telemetry strips
• Ability to titrate specified cardiac drips and manage advanced oxygen therapy devices
• Unexpired driver's license must be provided for consideration
• Candidates cannot be considered if they have worked at this health system within the last 2 years
• No local travelers allowed; must live outside a 50-mile radius

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