Travel ContractTelemetry Registered Nurse
$2,139/week
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Alexandria, LA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,139/weekPosted 1 day ago
Overview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
1% higher than average Registered Nurse / Telemetry Nurse pay in Louisiana
Estimated total pay
$2,139/weekBenefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
The employer will review your Vivian profile and compare it against the job qualifications listed below.
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Education
License
Certifications
Description
Registered Nurse (Telemetry) - Travel Position
Location
- Alexandria, Louisiana
Job Type
- Travel assignment
- Full-time
- Shift: Days, 7 AM to 7 PM
- Contract length: 13 weeks
Patient Population
- Cardiac and medical-surgical patients including:
- Myocardial Infarction (MI)
- Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
- Arrhythmias
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)
- Medical-surgical overflow
- Management (not titration) of multiple cardiac drips
Work Environment & Requirements
- Nurse-to-patient ratio typically 5:1, occasionally 6:1
- Required to float to other units as needed
- Weekend requirement: 3 weekends in a 6-week schedule
- No on-call duties
- Dress code: Ceil Blue scrubs
Responsibilities
- Provide routine and complex nursing care independently in a telemetry setting
- Utilize nursing process: assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation
- Address psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and families
- Administer medications and treatments per protocol; monitor for side effects and effectiveness
- Document patient history, symptoms, medications, and care provided
- Assess learning needs and provide education to patients, families, and caregivers
- Make appropriate assignments and delegate tasks to other care providers
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Louisiana
- Minimum 1 year of telemetry nursing experience within the last year
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
Orientation & Competency
- New experienced RNs must complete New Nurses Orientation within 30 days of hire
- Preceptorship by trained staff with competency validations including MedSurg-specific skills
- Newly licensed RNs may participate in residency or specific orientation programs
- Annual competency verification required
Additional Information
- Temporary to permanent placement possibility
Employer
Host Healthcare
4.8rating(1083 reviews)
265 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
5.0rating
Pros
Very Good Recruiter, i have used Vicky for 3 assignments and she is helpful, courteous and kind Will Culpepper travel nurse since 2020
Cons
None
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
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About
At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.
We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.
During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
Travel comfortably with Host Healthcare.
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About Alexandria, LA
As a Travel Telemetry Nurse in Alexandria, LA here's what you should know:Cost of Living
- Below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
Weather
- Summer average high of 93°F and low of 72°F.
- Winter average high of 60°F and low of 40°F.
Furnished Housing
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms.
Transportation
- Car friendliness is high, as the city is designed for driving.
- Public transportation options are limited.
Demographics
- 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.
Things to Do
- 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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