Telemetry Registered Nurse
Springfield, Missouri
Mercy Hospital Springfield

Registered Nurse (RN) - Telemetry

Location: Springfield, Missouri
Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Night (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Guaranteed Hours: 36 or 48 hours per week (must be specified on submission)
Weekend Hours: As required by facility
Call Requirements: None

Unit and Patient Care Information

• Unit: Neurology 6C
• Number of Beds: 32
• Patient Types: Neurology, Medical, Medical Telemetry
• Patient Ratios: Vary by shift (Day 1:5-1:6, Night 1:6-1:7; ratios not guaranteed)
• Equipment Used: Telemetry monitors, lift equipment, IV pumps, tube feeding pumps
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR): EPIC
• Float: Rotational basis within the unit

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Missouri
• Minimum 1 year of inpatient Telemetry nursing experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required prior to start
• Experience and competence in drug titration
• Valid Driver's License

Job Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation for all age groups
• Utilize the nursing process to care for patients post-trauma, surgical interventions, and medical comorbidities
• Coordinate patient care with ancillary departments to optimize outcomes and comfort
• Maintain professional accountability and uphold patient rights and confidentiality
• Evaluate effectiveness of care provided by other direct caregivers
• Adhere to nursing practice guidelines, Missouri Nurse Practice Act, and facility standards

Working Conditions and 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 is a high risk
• May require working varying schedules and shifts based on patient care needs

Dress Code

• Scrubs must be black
• No other scrub colors or attire permitted

Additional Information

• Flu vaccination or approved exemption required for all travelers from November 1 through April 1; declinations are 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

Personality Fit

• Determined, decisive, and flexible

Facility Highlights

• Recognized for high-quality care and patient safety
• Level 1 Trauma Center and Level 2 Stroke Center
• Joint Commission Primary Stroke Center Certification
• High ratings for hospital safety and cardiac care

Local Area Highlights

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