Med Surg Telemetry RN
Alexandria, LA
GHG Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,340/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- Weekly pay
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Sick pay
Description
Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $2340.24
Opportunity:
RN - Cardiac/Telemetry
Job Details:
• Night shift position from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
• 36 or 48 hours per week guarantees available; overtime not billable until after 48 hours
• Every other weekend requirement
• No on-call requirement
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 5:1 to 6:1 depending on staffing
• True cardiac unit experience required - not a stepdown unit
• Must have greater than 3 years of nursing experience; first-time travel nurses have not been successful on this unit
• Care for cardiac and renal patients; unit manages set rate cardiac drips, floor cardioversions, post-procedure cardiac cath (radial band or femoral access), BiPAP/high-flow oxygen, and occasional chest tubes
• Must be comfortable managing cardiac drips (non-titrated), dialysis patients (line care and related patient issues), and post-procedure cardiac cath patients independently
• High volume of admissions and discharges expected; average of approximately 20 discharges from 52 beds per day with quick turnaround times
• Travelers are held to the same expectations as permanent staff and are considered part of the team
• Dress code: Ceil blue scrubs
• No floating requirement
• EMR: Epic experience required
• Required certifications: BLS via AHA, ACLS via AHA
• Active RN license in state of employment or compact license required
Facility:
This healthcare facility operates a true cardiac unit focused on the care of cardiac and renal patients, offering a fast-paced, high-acuity environment that goes beyond standard telemetry care. The unit performs advanced interventions including set rate cardiac drips and floor cardioversions, and maintains a strong team-based culture where all nursing staff are held to consistent, high standards. With 52 beds and a high volume of daily admissions and discharges, the facility emphasizes critical thinking, teamwork, and accountability to deliver excellent patient outcomes.
Location:
Not specified
Please refer to the job posting for location details, as this position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic healthcare environment with a highly skilled cardiac nursing team.
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.
Employer
GHG Healthcare
Global Healthcare Group has been a leader in international allied health and nursing professional recruitment for over 18 years.
Global Healthcare Group has placed hundreds of nurses and allied health professionals across the United States. At Global Healthcare Group, we believe our success is due to the compassion, understanding, and attentiveness that go into our placement process.
About Alexandria, LA
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Alexandria, LA here's what you should know:- Below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
- Summer average high of 93°F and low of 72°F.
- Winter average high of 60°F and low of 40°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms.
- Car friendliness is high, as the city is designed for driving.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Diverse community with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include obesity and heart disease.
- A growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities.
- Plenty of local restaurants offering southern cuisine, vibrant art scene, live music venues, opportunities for outdoor activities like hiking and fishing.
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