Registered Nurse Med Surg Telemetry
Des Moines, IA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position in Iowa, requiring at least 24 months of recent Med/Surg experience and Epic EMR proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Work in a hospital setting transitioning from post-op surgical care (3E) to Med Surg/Tele (5E)
• Care for a diverse range of med surg patients, including those with telemetry and cardiac needs
• Day shifts, three 12-hour shifts weekly
• Required to float to all campuses within relevant skillset and contracted unit
• Epic EMR is used and experience is required
• No on-call requirements
• Works every third weekend and participates in holiday rotation if scheduled
• RNs will start on the 3E post-op surgical care unit and transition to 5E Med Surg/Tele after March 10
• May be asked to assume charge nurse or preceptor responsibilities as needed
• Must be open to extending assignments beyond the initial 13 weeks
• Team members are supported during transitions between units
• One recent supervisory reference within 24 months is preferred for consideration
• Holiday coverage requires working two of three major winter holidays (Christmas, New Year's, or Thanksgiving)
• Only one day of time off is allowed during key holiday periods
• First-time travelers are accepted if minimum experience requirements are met

Requirements

• Active Iowa or compact RN license required at time of consideration
• Minimum of 24 months recent Med Surg or Med Surg Tele RN experience required
• Experience with a variety of med surg patient types required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Experience with Heparin required
• American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) BLS certification required
• Must have completed at least one travel contract within the past 18 months to be considered as a first-time traveler
• Telemetry/cardiac background highly preferred
• Driver’s license required

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