Med Surg/Telemetry RN
Johnstown, PA
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Days

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 – Medical/Surgical (Trauma/Ortho/Surgical – 9th Floor)

Location

Johnstown, PA | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13 Weeks | Days (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM) | Expected 36 hours/week (with the ability to accommodate those wishing to work 48 hours/week)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a 44-bed Trauma/Ortho/Surgical unit serving adult patients including trauma, orthopedic, urology, colorectal, and post-operative populations
• Manage a patient ratio of 6:1, with the potential for up to 7:1 as needed
• Perform telemetry monitoring, cardiac monitoring, and administration of cardiac drips
• Document and manage patient care using EPIC EHR
• Complete a facility-required dysrhythmia and math of dosage test with the education department prior to beginning work on the unit
• Float to units with a comparable patient population when operationally necessary

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in Pennsylvania
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience in a relevant specialty
• Experience with EPIC EHR
• Telemetry monitoring and cardiac drip management experience
• Ability to manage up to a 7:1 patient ratio
• Must complete Pennsylvania state clearances prior to start, including: Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Department of Human Services Fingerprinting, FBI Department of Aging Fingerprinting (accepted within the last two years), and PA State Police (PATCH) Clearance for Employment
• No holiday RTO will be accommodated for this assignment
• Must live at least 60 miles from the facility to be eligible as a travel candidate

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience in trauma, orthopedic, or surgical nursing environments
• Familiarity with post-operative patient care and common surgical diagnoses
• Flexible, professional demeanor with a team-oriented approach

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work at a Level 1 Trauma Center and tertiary care regional referral hospital recognized for clinical excellence and nationally recognized patient outcomes
• Weekend requirement of 4 shifts per 4-week schedule with a robust float team in place, making off-unit floating uncommon though possible