Telemetry RN
Alexandria, LA
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted.

Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position.

Job Title

Travel RN – Med/Surg Telemetry

Location

Alexandria, Louisiana

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Travel | 13-Week Assignment | Night Shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) | 12-Hour Shifts with Rotating Weekends | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a Med-Surg/Oncology unit with a 6:1 patient ratio, utilizing strong physical assessment and documentation skills
• Care for acute care patients including stroke patients, applying knowledge of core measures and prevention of HACs and HAIs
• Accurately document patient information using the Meditech electronic documentation system
• Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary team members using facility-provided mobile communication technology
• Float to other Med-Surg and Telemetry units as needed per unit float policy
• Demonstrate well-established A.I.D.E.T. behaviors and critical thinking skills throughout all patient interactions

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Minimum of one (1) year of acute care experience
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• NIHSS certification required
• Strong physical assessment, documentation, and time management skills
• Must reside or be willing to comply with a 50+ mile radius requirement from the facility

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Chemotherapy (chemo) administration experience is a plus
• Prior experience with Meditech documentation system preferred
• Familiarity with telemetry monitoring and oncology patient populations

Why Join Us

• Work alongside a core group of highly experienced staff on every shift on a unit recognized as a Unit of Distinction, with block scheduling available and modern technology including computers and scanners in every room
• Join a 328-bed, Joint Commission accredited facility serving as a leading healthcare provider in Central Louisiana