Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry
Boise, ID
GHG Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $2396.20

Opportunity:

RN - Telemetry

Job Details:

• Work 12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
• Weekend shifts required: 5-6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule (Days: Saturday/Sunday, Nights: Friday/Saturday)
• May be asked to work holidays but not expected to work every holiday
• Schedule is typically made 6 weeks at a time with scheduler working with travelers to create schedule
• Block scheduling not guaranteed (maximum of 5 shifts in a row)
• Travelers are first to float and may be floated to any MS, MS-Tele, or Tele unit within the hospital or sister facilities in Meridian and Nampa
• Expected to float between 3rd and 7th floor Telemetry units as needed
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4
• 3rd Floor focus: Cardiac; post-op procedural, post-op day 1 open heart, TAVRs, ablations, post caths, pacemakers, and med tele
• 7th Floor focus: General Tele; post procedural overflow, CHF, sepsis, electrolyte imbalances, post strokes, and more
• Must have post procedural cardiac experience (cath lab, ablations, open heart)
• PCU and stepdown experience preferred
• Must be able to read, interpret, and document telemetry appropriately; nurses expected to read and interpret tele 2x per shift
• Required to titrate Heparin and Insulin drips (rare); facility willing to train on insulin if needed
• Common drips include set rate cardiac GTT, amiodarone, Cardizem, dopamine, and dobutamine
• Respiratory therapy available on each floor for high respiratory needs including intermittent high flow, BiPAP, and CPAP; RNs may be asked to assist as needed
• Charge nurse on each unit who does not take a patient assignment unless necessary; crisis and resource nurse available in-house
• CNA support available: 3 CNAs on 3rd floor, 5 CNAs on 7th floor
• Charting system: EPIC
• Any color scrubs permitted
• 2 shifts of orientation provided (1 on 3rd floor, 1 on 7th floor)
• 2 years of experience required; prior travel experience preferred but not required
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS (AHA), NIHSS
• Cancellation policy: 4 shifts per 13-week assignment

Facility:

This acute care hospital operates a robust telemetry program spanning two floors, offering specialized cardiac and general telemetry services. The facility is known for being traveler-friendly, with leadership that treats travel staff like permanent employees. The organization supports a collaborative staffing model with charge nurses, CNAs, remote telemetry technicians, and respiratory therapists available to support nursing staff. The facility utilizes EPIC for charting and maintains connections to sister facilities in the surrounding region.

Location:

Boise, ID

Boise is a vibrant and rapidly growing city nestled at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, offering an exceptional quality of life with access to world-class outdoor recreation including skiing, hiking, and whitewater rafting. The city boasts a thriving arts and dining scene, affordable cost of living, and a welcoming community that makes it a highly desirable destination for healthcare professionals.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Noor Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Physicial Requirements:

This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, which may include standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physicial demands may vary depending on assignment and client-site requirements.