Cardiac Telemetry RN
Alexandria, LA
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,281/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (2 years)
- Telemetry Nurse or Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse (2 years)
- Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing
Description
Registered Nurse (Telemetry) - Travel Assignment
Location: Alexandria, Louisiana
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Days, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Work Schedule: Full Time
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
On Call Requirement: None
Nurse to Patient Ratio: 5:1 to 6:1 depending on staffing
Patient Population: Cardiac and Telemetry (Not a Stepdown unit)
Temp-to-Perm: Possible
Job Summary
Provides independent nursing care in a cardiac and telemetry setting, managing routine and complex patient needs. Utilizes nursing process including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation. Delegates appropriately and addresses psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and families. Administers medications and treatments per protocol, monitors effectiveness and side effects, and documents care thoroughly. Provides patient and family education based on assessed learning needs.
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Louisiana
- Minimum 1 year of telemetry nursing experience within the last year
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Experience with Epic electronic health record system
Orientation and Competency Requirements
- Newly hired experienced RNs must attend New Nurses Orientation within the first 30 days
- Preceptorship by a trained staff member with validation of organizational and MedSurg-specific competencies
- Newly licensed RNs may participate in residency or specific orientation programs
- Completion of all annual competency verifications required
Additional Information
- Epic electronic health record experience required
- No on-call duties
- Weekend work every other weekend
- Patient assignments vary based on staffing and acuity
This role is ideal for a nurse with telemetry and cardiac experience seeking a travel assignment with day shifts and a supportive orientation process.
Employer
Access Healthcare
Access Healthcare aims to provide superior service to our nursing family by providing around the clock support, competitive pay packages and an unmatched benefits package! Unlike other agencies, we offer a true family feel and work with you to find the placement that is right for you. We offer one of the top leading pay packages in the industry and we are ready to get you the money you deserve!
Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!
About Alexandria, LA
As a Travel 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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