Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN – Ortho & Neuro Unit
Amarillo, TX
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse - Ortho and Neuro Unit

Location: Amarillo, Texas
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work on a 35-bed Ortho and Neuro unit with Medical Surgical, Orthopedic, and Neuro patient populations.
• Patient ratios approximately 1:6.
• Float requirement to units of equal or lesser acuity.
• Telemetry monitored in a centralized unit.
• Free floating charge nurse role available.
• Support staff includes Patient Care Technicians, Patient Transporters, and a house discharge nurse who floats across departments.
• Documentation system: EPIC (experience required within the last 6 months).
• Block scheduling handled on a case-by-case basis.
• Scrub color: Any, no logos.
• Local traveler rule: Must live at least 50 miles from the facility to qualify.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Minimum 1 year of Medical Surgical nursing experience within the last year.
• Experience in Orthopedics and Neurology nursing.
• Current BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification.
• Experience with EPIC documentation system within the last 6 months.
• Ability to float to units of equal or lesser acuity.

Additional Requirements

• Background checks including 7-year history, education verification, and various federal/state screenings.
• Physical exam within 12 months of start.
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start, renewed annually.
• Immunizations and health screenings required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella immunity or vaccination
  • Hepatitis B immunity or declination
  • Varicella immunity or vaccination
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption during flu season
• Drug screening: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start; additional onsite drug screen during orientation.
• Competency exams and color blindness testing as applicable.
• Clear headshot photo for badge.

Notes

• First-time travelers are accepted.
• Free proximal covered parking and discounted meals available.
• Local discounted hotels available.

This position is ideal for a Registered Nurse with at least 1 year of experience in medical surgical, orthopedic, or neuro nursing, who is comfortable working in a fast-paced telemetry environment and has recent EPIC experience.