Cardiac Progressive Care Telemetry RN
Hilo, HI
World Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Relocation Bonus

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Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) for a Flex Pool day-shift contract assignment. This role requires flexibility and strong clinical expertise, as the RN will float between multiple medical and surgical units to support patient care needs across the hospital.

Contract & Schedule Details

• Assignment Length: 13-week contract
• Shift: 12-hour day shifts (6:45 AM – 7:15 PM)
• Hours: Scheduled 36 hours per week following the first week of orientation
• No guarantee of hours or shift preference
• Holiday coverage required

Licensure & Compliance Requirements

• Active Hawaii Registered Nurse license required by start of assignment
  • Travelers without an active HI license must apply upon acceptance
• Documented proof of required immunizations is mandatory
  • Medical and religious exemption requests will not be accepted in lieu of proof of immunity
• Must arrive prior to assignment start to complete employee health clearance, if applicable

Key Responsibilities

• Float between assigned medical and surgical units as needed
• Provide safe, high-quality nursing care to adult patients
• Perform patient assessments, care planning, and documentation
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams
• Maintain compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and safety standards

Units Supported

• Medical Unit
• Laulima Unit (Surgical Acute)
• Cardiovascular Unit (on rare occasions)

Unit & Staffing Details

• Unit Bed Sizes:
  • Medical Unit: 77 beds
  • Laulima Unit (Surgical Acute): 18 beds
  • Cardiovascular Unit: 15 beds
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratios:
  • Medical Unit: 1:6 (days/evenings), 1:8 (nights)
  • Laulima Unit: 1:6
  • Cardiovascular Unit: 1:4
  • Ratios may vary due to staffing needs

Equipment & Systems

• EMR systems: Meditech and EPIC
• Equipment used includes:
  • Pyxis
  • Wound vacs
  • Chest tubes

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of recent nursing experience
• Preferred experience range: 2–10 years

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• Preferred (not required): PALS, TNCC, ENPC, Procedural Sedation

Dress Code

• Professional nursing attire (clean scrubs)

Orientation & Training

• Unit-specific orientation provided for each department supported