RN Telemetry
Springfield, Missouri
Mercy Hospital Springfield

Job Overview for Healthcare Recruiters and Workers

Position Details

• Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN)
• Specialty: Telemetry
• Employment Type: Travel
• Facility: Mercy Hospital Springfield
• Location: Springfield, Missouri
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: Nights (19:00 - 07:00)
• Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36 or 48 (must be indicated on submission form)
• Number of Openings: 1

Requirements

• Licensure: Current RN License in Missouri
• Certifications:

  • Required: BLS from AHA, NIHSS (must obtain prior to start)
  • Preferred: None specified
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year in Telemetry (inpatient only)
• Float Requirements: Will float on a rotational basis

Unit Information

• Number of Beds: 32
• Patient Ratios:

  • Days: 1:5-1:6
  • Nights: 1:6-1:7
• Equipment: Telemetry, lift equipment, IV pumps, tube feeding pumps
• EMR: EPIC

Personality Fit

• Determined, decisive, flexible

Dress Code

• Scrub Color: Black
• Unacceptable Attire: Anything but black scrubs

Additional Information

• Flu Vaccination: Required for all travelers from November 1 to April 1 (no declinations/exceptions accepted).
• Working Conditions:

  • Stand and walk most of the time on duty.
  • Significant bending, stooping, and lifting required.
  • High risk exposure to blood and body fluids.
• Patient Care Responsibilities:

  • Direct patient care activities for all age groups.
  • Assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care.
  • Coordination of patient care with ancillary departments.

Facility Overview

• Recognition: Mercy Hospital Springfield has received an A grade in The Leapfrog Group’s Fall 2024 Hospital Safety Grade.
• Accreditations:

  • Level 1 Trauma & Burn Center
  • Level 2 Stroke Center
  • Joint Commission Stroke Certification as Primary Stroke Center

Local Attractions in Springfield, MO

• Dickerson Park Zoo
• Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium
• Nathaneal Greene/Close Memorial Park
• Springfield Art Museum
• Route 66 Car Museum
• Pythian Castle
• Numerous local breweries and restaurants