Med Tele RN
Custer, SD
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Registered Nurse (RN)

General Information

Location: City, State

We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) with a minimum of 1 year of experience in Medical-Surgical or Emergency Department settings. First-time travelers may be considered based on interview performance and overall fit. Travelers are required to reside more than 100 miles from the facility.

Patient Care Responsibilities

• Manage care for patients in a Medical-Surgical, Intermediate level, and outpatient infusion settings.
• Provide care for patients with various diagnoses, including Stroke, Myocardial Infarction (MI), and Trauma.

Patient Ratios

The typical patient-to-nurse ratio is 1:4-6 in the Medical-Surgical unit.

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
• NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) - Preferred

Required Education

Completion of a nursing education program approved by the board of nursing. Active Registered Nurse (RN) license required in South Dakota.

Skills and Experience

• 1 year of experience in Medical-Surgical inpatient care is required.
• Experience with a team nursing approach, involving collaboration with respiratory therapists and imaging professionals.

Support on the Unit

Medical-Surgical unit staffing includes:

• CNA Support: 1-2 techs for every 6-12 patients.
• Charge Nurse: Available 24/7 for support across Medical-Surgical and Emergency Department.
• Phlebotomy: Available during business hours; on-call service afterward.
• IV/VAT Team: Charge nurse will be available as a resource.

Charting System

Utilization of EPIC for charting and documentation.

Orientation and Scheduling

• First-day orientation with the manager and completion of online Epic/Ilearn training.
• 1 shift with a preceptor to ensure understanding of unit protocols.
• Self-scheduling with a rotating weekend requirement for the team.
• Assigned holidays as required.

Additional Notes

• Condition Snow Policy: Staff will remain on duty during condition snow events and will receive compensation for all hours worked in these circumstances.
• Scrub Color: RNs are to wear navy blue scrubs, while CNAs should wear light grey.