PCU/Telemetry Float RN
Salem, Oregon
Salem Hospital

Registered Nurse (RN) - MS/Telemetry Unit

Location: Salem, Oregon
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking an experienced RN with strong telemetry or intermediate care (IMC) experience to join the MS/Telemetry Float Pool team. The role involves floating within scope to meet facility needs, including coverage at a sister hospital.

Start Date

• January 5th or later only

Work Schedule & Ratios

• 12-hour shifts: 0700 - 1930
• Patient Ratios:

  • RN: 1:4-6
  • CNA: 1:6-13 (days), 1:10-13 (nights)
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend (not greater than every other)
• Floating: Required, including to West Valley Hospital
• Block scheduling: Not accommodated
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience within the last 3 years in MS/Telemetry/Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
• No first-time travelers accepted (prior travel experience required)

Certifications Required

• BLS (Basic Life Support) through AHA
• Experience with:

  • Management of telemetry
  • Interpretation of cardiac rhythms and dysrhythmias
  • Oxygen protocols
  • Non-invasive airway management
  • Peripheral line care/management
  • Isolation precautions and PPE
  • Cardiac drips (nitroglycerin, Cardizem, amiodarone)
  • Rapid response team activation
• Computerized documentation experience

Facility Highlights

• Type: Short Term Acute Care
• Magnet recognized, Teaching hospital, Level II Trauma Center
• Total staffed beds: 569
• Charting system: Epic
• Scrub color: Royal Blue
• Free parking

Licensure & Compliance

• Oregon license accepted; emergency license accepted
• Pending license accepted
• RTO restrictions: Any time off over 2 weeks requires approval

Required Documents & Compliance

• Clear copy of driver's license or passport/state ID
• Criminal background check within 90 days (7-year search)
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start and ongoing
• Education verification (not required for licensed RNs)
• Physical exam within 1 year of start
• Drug testing (10-panel) within 90 days of start
• Immunizations and titers:

  • Tdap or declination
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) titers or vaccines
  • Hepatitis B titer or vaccination series
  • Varicella titer or vaccination
  • Flu vaccine or signed declination (year-round)
• Fit mask testing onsite within first week of start (if starting after 1/27/25)
• Badge photo with white background required at least 8 days prior to start

Additional Notes

• Telemetry skills required for all RNs regardless of unit
• Must be flexible to float across multiple adult inpatient units including Emergency Department, Psychiatric Medical Center, ICU, inpatient rehab, vascular access, and sister hospital units
• References: Two references within last 2 years showing 1 year in a comparable specialty; at least one supervisory reference within last 12 months

This position is ideal for experienced telemetry RNs who have prior travel contract experience and are comfortable working in a fast-paced, acute care environment with floating responsibilities.