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Travel RN - Telemetry Unit

Location: Thornton, Colorado
Employment Type: Travel

Unit Information

Unit Type: Surgical/Telemetry (Unit 616)
Number of Beds: 24
Staffing (Day Shift): Charge nurse, 4-5 RNs, 2-3 PCTs
Staffing (Night Shift): Charge nurse, 4-5 RNs, 2 PCTs
Patient Ratios: 5:1
Equipment: Telemetry monitoring, post-op monitoring
EMR System: Meditech

Required Certifications & Licenses

ACLS (RN only)
NIH Certification (RN only)
BLS (all)
Registered Nurse License

Experience Requirements

Minimum 2 years of experience as an RN in specialty (Telemetry/Surgical)
Preferred: Cardiac/Telemetry and/or surgical experience

Typical Procedures

Post-op recovery for surgical and cath lab patients
Care for patients post PCI, pacemaker, ablation, cardioversion, re-vascularization
Management of stroke, CIWA, chest pain, renal failure, respiratory failure
Administration of set-rate cardiac drips (non-titrating except heparin)

Work Environment & Culture

Brand new, state-of-the-art unit with ADA/bariatric rooms and multiple hoyer lifts
Friendly, outgoing team culture with excellent teamwork and collaboration
Multi-tasking environment with occasional high patient turnover (discharges/admissions)
Variety of patient population including elective ortho, spine, GYN surgeries, and cardiac cases
Modified self-scheduling with schedules posted 3 weeks in advance, allowing time for shift trades

Contract Length

13 weeks

Prior Travel Experience

Not explicitly required or mentioned

Ideal Candidate Profile

Friendly and outgoing personality
Comfortable in a fast-paced, multi-tasking unit with diverse patient needs
Skilled in telemetry and post-op nursing care with required certifications

Facility

North Suburban Medical Center

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Short Term Acute Care
127 beds

ADDRESS9191 Grant StreetThornton, CO 80229

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About Thornton, CO

As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Thornton, CO here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Thornton, CO is slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the primary factor.
However, wages generally align with the higher cost of living.

Weather

In the summer, Thornton experiences average highs of around 88°F and lows of 57°F.
In the winter, average highs are around 43°F and lows of 17°F.

Furnished Housing

Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Thornton, and they can be relatively easy to find with some research and assistance from local real estate agents.

Transportation

Thornton is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
Public transportation options are also available, including bus services connecting to nearby cities.

Demographics

Thornton has a diverse population with a mix of age groups.
Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the high altitude.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Thornton offers a variety of restaurants serving diverse cuisines, and there are opportunities to explore art and music in nearby Denver.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local recreational activities, and outdoor lovers can explore the nearby Rocky Mountain National Park.

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