Telemetry Registered Nurse
Springfield, Missouri
Mercy Hospital Springfield

Registered Nurse (RN) - Telemetry

Location: Springfield, Missouri
Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Unit: Surgical Floor 3A
• Shift: Nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
• Weekly Hours: 36 or 48 (must be specified on submission)
• Weekend Hours: As required by facility
• Call Requirements: None
• Number of Openings: 1
• Float: Rotational basis

Patient Care & Unit Information

• Patient Population: Cardiac and Medical-Surgical patients
• Unit Beds: 32
• Patient Ratios:

  • Days: 1:5 to 1:6
  • Nights: 1:6 to 1:8 (estimates)
• Equipment: Alaris pumps, telemetry monitors, lift equipment
• Electronic Medical Record: EPIC

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Missouri
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Minimum 1 year of inpatient Telemetry nursing experience within the last year
• Experience and competence in drug titration

Preferred Qualifications

• ACLS certification (American Heart Association)
• Experience in trauma nursing (inpatient)

Job Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care using the nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation
• Coordinate patient care with ancillary departments to optimize outcomes and comfort
• Maintain professional accountability and evaluate care effectiveness of other caregivers
• Uphold patient rights and confidentiality
• Adhere to nursing practice guidelines, Missouri Nurse Practice Act, and organizational standards

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk most of the shift
• Frequent bending, stooping, lifting, and turning patients with assistance
• Ability to push, pull, and grip up to 50 lbs; pinch up to 15 lbs
• Minimal kneeling, crouching, and crawling
• Exposure to blood and body fluids
• Flexibility to work varying schedules and shifts as needed

Dress Code

• Scrubs: Black
• Unacceptable attire: Torn clothes, open-toed shoes, not wearing scrubs

Additional Notes

• Flu vaccination or approved exemption required for travel period November 1 – April 1; declinations not accepted
• Night shift orientation occurs on day shift and requires availability for the entire week
• Time off requests (RTO) must be made after the first week; only one holiday RTO allowed per assignment
• Flexible scheduling options available but must be indicated on submission

Facility Highlights

• Level 1 Trauma Center
• Level 2 Stroke Center
• Joint Commission Primary Stroke Center Certification
• Recognized for cardiac care and patient safety excellence

Local Area Highlights

• Various cultural and recreational attractions including museums, parks, and local breweries

This summary is intended for healthcare recruiters and professionals considering this travel nursing opportunity.