Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry
Kansas City, MO
GHG Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $2252.36

Opportunity:

RN - Cardiac Telemetry

Job Details:

• Work on a 29-bed Cardiac Telemetry unit with a 1:4 patient ratio
• Must work full-time hours including 3 weekend shifts per scheduling period
• Contract nurses may be floated to any area where competency has been demonstrated
• Required dress code: Navy blue scrubs; black scrub pants with navy blue top are permitted
• Must have Cardiac Telemetry or PCU/ICU experience with ability to read and interpret EKGs and telemetry strips
• Must have experience with post cardiac procedural care including ablations, cardiac catheterizations, post-op day 1 open heart, and permanent pacemaker placements
• Must be able to administer and titrate IV medications including insulin, Cardizem, Cardene, and Amiodarone
• Procedures performed on unit include IV insertions, NGT placement and maintenance, chest tube maintenance, temporary pacemakers, and Foley insertions
• Equipment used includes Alaris IV pumps, SCD machines, Hill Rom beds, Dinamap, Welch Allen Vital Machines, Wound Vacs, Temporary Pacemakers, Telemetry monitors, EKG machines, Bladder Scanner, Doppler, and Imobile for team communication
• Documentation system: Meditech
• Unit staffing includes Charge Nurse, Unit Secretary, and PCTs
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
• Must align with patient experience goals by treating every patient with courtesy and respect, using preferred names, making personal connections, involving patients in bedside shift report, and always asking if there is anything else needed before leaving the room

Facility:

This facility is a fast-paced cardiac telemetry unit recognized by the American Heart Association with the Get With the Guidelines - Heart Failure GOLD PLUS with Honor Roll award. The unit fosters a family-like atmosphere with a mix of tenured and newer staff, and maintains a strong track record of successful contract assignments. The unit emphasizes patient-centered care and utilizes modern technology including Imobile for streamlined team communication.

Location:

Kansas City, MO

Kansas City offers a vibrant blend of rich cultural history, world-renowned barbecue, and a thriving arts and entertainment scene, making it an exciting destination for healthcare professionals. The city provides a high quality of life with affordable living, diverse neighborhoods, professional sports teams, and plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities along the Missouri River.

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.