Tele Float Pool RN
Chandler, AZ
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Position Overview

This role is for a Registered Nurse (RN) within the Telemetry Float Pool, responsible for providing care in various units, including Medical-Surgical, Cardiac, and Neurology. The position requires a strong ability to float between units based on patient needs and skill level.

Shift Information

• Shift Type: Nights
• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Weekend Requirement: 4 weekend shifts per schedule (Saturday/Sunday)

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse
• Required Certifications:
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in Telemetry and Medical-Surgical units, including emergency or critical care as needed.
• Must be proficient in titrating cardiac drips.
• Float between different Telemetry and Med-Surgical units, including possible mid-shift assignments.
• Ability to interpret EKGs and manage patients with various conditions.
• Conduct nursing assessments, develop nursing diagnoses, and implement care plans.

Unit Specific Information

• Telemetry Unit (CV Tele B3A):
  • 32-beds, Ratio: 1:3-4, Charge Nurse does not take patients.
  • Common Diagnoses: Post-cardiac catheterization, post-vascular procedures, CABG patients.
• Neuro Unit (A3 Neuro):
  • 28-beds, Ratio: 1:3-4, Charge Nurse does not take patients.
  • Common Diagnoses: Neuro post-surgical, CVAs post-TPA.
• Medical-Surgical Units (C5 and B2C):
  • 32-beds (C5) and 29-beds (B2C), Ratio: 1:4 for both units.
  • Common Diagnoses: Surgical, Oncology (C5); General Med-Surg patients requiring telemetry (B2C).

Additional Information

• Participants must pass a dysrhythmia exam within 48 hours of the offer to finalize the contract.
• Orientation includes a simulation lab assessment; failure to pass may require immediate dismissal.
• Required to float across multiple locations within the region, with possible shifts to various settings.

If you are a qualified Registered Nurse with the necessary certifications and a strong willingness to adapt to various clinical settings, we encourage you to apply for this position.