Medical-Surgical RN
Indianapolis, IN
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a fast-paced Med/Surg Ortho/Trauma unit requiring flexibility with weekend shifts and strong teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Work on an Ortho/Trauma Med/Surg unit at a teaching hospital
• Patient population includes scheduled ortho surgeries (hips and knees) and trauma cases such as MVAs, shootings, stabbings, and falls
• High acuity, fast-paced environment with patients often having drains and tubes post-emergent surgery or ICU stay
• Staffing ratios are 1:5-6
• Night shift schedule: three 12-hour shifts per week (19:00-7:30)
• Must be flexible with weekend requirements, working approximately 50% of weekends during the contract
• Floating may be required to different levels of care (Med-Surg, PCU, ICU) within both University and Methodist hospitals
• Charting is performed using Cerner EMR
• First time travelers are welcome to apply
• Travelers may be assigned charge nurse duties as needed with training provided
• Must be open to precepting and having students shadow as part of the teaching environment
• Required to work 2 out of 3 major holidays during the contract
• Travelers will float within the hospital or to an affiliated hospital as needed
• Not accepting local candidates for this position
• Perm or PRN IU employees must have a 12-month separation before being eligible as a traveler
• Up to 5 days of requested time off (RTO) can be auto-approved

Requirements

• Active IN or Compact RN license in hand or fingerprint application submitted
• Graduation from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
• Minimum of 18 months to 2 years of Med/Surg nursing experience required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred
• Cerner charting experience required
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team

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