Telemetry Nurse
Merced, CA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a high acuity Telemetry position in an acute care setting, requiring a CA RN license and strong cardiac monitoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 34-bed Telemetry unit on the 4th floor of an acute care hospital
• Patient population includes post-CVA, CHF, respiratory failure, diabetes, hypertension, post-op, some post cardiac cath/PCI (travelers not assigned cath/PCI patients)
• Patient ratio of 1:4 on high acuity, PCU/stepdown-level unit
• Use of telemetry monitoring equipment (GE) with monitors on the unit; nurses must be able to read and interpret their own strips
• Vents include BiPAP; no insulin drips, non-titratable drips except heparin
• Shift is 12-hour days, with required coverage of 2 weekends every 4 weeks and 2 out of 3 major holidays
• Cerner EMR in use; Cerner experience preferred but not required
• Hospitalist, RT, and pharmacy coverage is 24/7; charge nurse present on each shift (typically without patient assignment)
• Floating to med/surg required, with travelers floating first
• No on-call requirement
• Primary responsibilities include comprehensive cardiac and stepdown care for high acuity patients
• Nurse aides are present but not guaranteed every shift; nurses may provide primary nursing as needed
• Unit is stroke certified and sees a diverse range of cardiac and medical patients
• Standard hospital navy scrubs required
• Orientation provided: 2 shifts for Cerner-experienced nurses, 3 shifts if no Cerner experience
• Testing on dysrhythmia recognition (Relias) and sterile technique required during orientation
• Failure of Relias or sterile technique tests after two attempts results in ineligibility for 6 months at CommonSpirit facilities in the region
• Holiday coverage matches that of core staff, with at least one major and two minor holidays required
• Travelers may be scheduled for extra shifts as available; block or set scheduling is not accommodated

Requirements

• Active CA RN license required at time of consideration; pending license not accepted
• Minimum of 2 years telemetry or related acute care experience required
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS required
• Must provide two professional references: one supervisor from within the last 12 months, and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years
• Ability to read and interpret telemetry strips is essential
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration
• Must not have been employed in a permanent, per diem, or PRN capacity at any CommonSpirit facility in the past 12 months
• Must not hold a second job and must prioritize travel assignment schedule
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility

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