Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN
Lafayette, Indiana
Indiana University Health Arnett

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (MS/Tele)

Location: Lafayette, Indiana
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work on a Mixed Acuity Unit caring for medical patients with some PCU level of care patients.
• Unit includes oncology, stroke, cardiac, gastrointestinal, and pulmonary care.
• Patient ratios:

  • MS patients: 1:5-6
  • PCU patients: 1:3-4
• Responsibilities include managing drips such as Cardizem, Amiodarone, Insulin, and Lasix.
• Care for unstable stroke patients and those requiring BiPAP.
• Must have solid neurological experience.
• Accepting MS/Tele or PCU RNs.
• Shift options: 3x12-hour shifts or 4x12-hour shifts.
• Locals are NOT accepted.

Required Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only, RQI acceptable
• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA only, RQI acceptable
• NIH Stroke Certification (required for ER RNs)
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit (e.g., PALS, NRP, CHEMO, TNCC, EFM)

Licensure

• Must have Indiana state license, compact license, or Indiana temporary license in hand prior to start.
• Pending license accepted but must be obtained before starting.

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (MS/Tele or PCU)
• Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated, but solid neurological experience is mandatory.
• Prior travel experience: Not required (no explicit mention of prior travel experience requirement).

Unit & Facility Information

• Facility type: Short-Term Acute Care
• Total staffed beds: 194
• Charting system: Cerner
• Parking: Free
• Scrub color: Red top, black bottoms

Pre-Screening Questions

Candidates must confirm experience with the following drips and procedures:

• Cardizem
• Amiodarone
• Lasix
• Insulin
• Post Heart Cath care
• Post Pacemaker care

Important Notes

• IU Health will not allow Indiana RN travelers to work at their facilities effective 11/30/2024, except for Periop/OR RN’s, Allied, and Ambulatory RN travelers (Periop includes ENDO, IR RN, PACU, Cath Lab RN, SDS). This position is not exempt.

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License or Passport (clear copy)
• Background checks including 7 years of history, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG
• Education verification and transcript/diploma (official copies)
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam
• Unit competency exam
• Physical exam within 12 months of start
• Fit mask test within 12 months (N95 or approved respirators)
• Immunizations and titers:

  • TB test within 1 year
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (positive titer or 2 vaccines required, no declinations accepted)
  • Hepatitis B series, titer, or signed declination
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (strongly recommended)
  • Seasonal Flu vaccination or approved exemption (no declinations accepted)
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 12 months
• References: Minimum 2 from recent employment with appropriate supervisory titles
• Employment application with full work history and explanations for gaps
• Skills checklist within 12 months and annually
• Completion of facility-specific compliance and orientation documents prior to start

Summary

This is a travel Registered Nurse position on a mixed acuity MS/Tele unit requiring strong neurological experience and competency with specific drips and procedures. The contract is approximately 13 weeks with 12-hour shifts. Candidates must hold or obtain an Indiana license and meet extensive certification, immunization, and compliance requirements. Prior travel experience is not explicitly required. Locals are not accepted for this role.