Telemetry RN (Ortho/Neuro)
Springfield, Missouri
Mercy Hospital Springfield

Travel RN Opportunity – Telemetry Unit

Location: Springfield, Missouri
Facility Type: Hospital – Orthopedics/Neuro Unit

Position Details

• Role: Registered Nurse (RN) – Telemetry Specialty
• Employment Type: Travel
• Shift: Nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks
• Weekly Hours: 36 or 48 hours (flexible, must be specified)
• Weekend Hours: As required by facility
• Call Requirements: None
• Float Requirements: Rotational basis

Licensure & Certifications

• Required:

  • Current RN license eligible or active in Missouri
  • BLS (AHA only)
  • NIHSS (must be obtained prior to start if not currently held)
• Preferred:

  • ACLS (AHA only)

Experience

• Minimum 1 year telemetry experience (inpatient only)
• Competence in drug titration required
• Preferred experience in orthopedics (inpatient only)

Unit Information

• Unit: Ortho Neuro 3C
• Beds: 27
• Patient Ratios:

  • Days: 1:5 to 1:6
  • Nights: 1:6 to 1:8 (estimates)
• Equipment: Alaris pumps, telemetry, lift equipment
• EMR System: EPIC
• Patient Population: Orthopedics

Job Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care using the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation)
• Coordinate patient care with ancillary departments
• Maintain patient rights and confidentiality
• Evaluate effectiveness of care provided by other caregivers
• Adhere to Missouri Nurse Practice Act and facility standards
• Maintain professional accountability for patient care

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk most of the shift
• Frequent bending, stooping, lifting, and turning patients with assistance
• Ability to push, pull, grip up to 50 lbs., pinch up to 15 lbs., kneel, crouch, crawl minimally
• Exposure to blood and body fluids
• May work varying schedules and shifts based on patient care needs

Dress Code

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

Personality Fit

• Determined, decisive, flexible

Additional Notes

• Night shift orientation occurs on day shift and requires full week availability
• Time off requests (RTO) must be made on the back end of the assignment; no RTO in the first week
• One holiday RTO allowed per assignment

Community Highlights – Springfield, MO

• Dickerson Park Zoo
• Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium
• Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park
• Springfield Art Museum
• Route 66 Car Museum
• Pythian Castle
• Laura Ingalls Wilder Home and Museum (seasonal)
• Numerous local breweries and restaurants

This position offers the opportunity to work in a well-recognized hospital with a strong focus on patient safety and quality care in a supportive environment.