Med-Surg/Telemetry Float RN
Los Angeles, CA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry Float Pool position requiring CA license, cardiac monitoring skills, and orthopedic experience.

Responsibilities

• Hospital-based Med/Surg and Telemetry Float Pool setting
• Care provided to adolescent through geriatric populations, with a moderate volume of orthopedic surgical cases
• Assigned a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4 with an average census of 36
• Required to float between Med/Surg and Telemetry units as needed
• Every other weekend coverage required
• No on-call responsibilities
• Day shift, 3x12 hour shifts (7:00–19:30)
• Royal blue scrubs required
• Manage and interpret dysrhythmias and perform telemetry monitoring both on-unit and remotely
• Provide care to post-cardiac angiogram, MI, pre/post-cardiac cath, and pre/post-cardiac surgery patients
• Perform blood product administration, central/PICC line care, and IV starts
• Administer Heparin protocols, manage cardiac and vasoactive drips without titration
• Perform respiratory management including chest tubes, CPAP/BIPAP, HFNC, non-invasive airway management, oxygen delivery, and tracheostomy care
• Utilize Rapid Response Teams as needed
• No RTO permitted during the first two weeks of assignment; all time-off requests must be confirmed and submitted at the start
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

Requirements

• Active CA RN license required
• Minimum 3 years of RN experience
• At least 2 years of recent telemetry experience required
• Ability to read and interpret cardiac strips
• Current certifications in BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS required
• Competency in med-surg and telemetry nursing, including care of orthopedic and simple gynecological surgical patients
• Experience in total joint ortho cases required
• Skills in cardiac, IV, medication administration, and respiratory/thoracic management as specified
• Ability to work with adolescents through geriatric patients

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