Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Telemetry Float Pool night shift position requiring ACLS, BLS, and a ME or compact RN license.

Details

• Float Pool position in a hospital setting working primarily with telemetry, medical/surgical, and intermediate care units
• Patient population is adults only with common diagnoses such as CHF, COPD, stroke, MI, post-op surgical, and vascular cases
• Night shift, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, working 12-hour shifts
• Every other weekend is required, including Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
• Floating required to Medical, Surgical, Telemetry, Observation, and IMC units
• Typical patient ratio is 1:5/6 on nights, 1:4/5 on days, and 1:3 in intermediate care
• EMR system used is Cerner
• May occasionally work with medical students or RN students in the unit
• Occasional call may be required if census drops

Requirements

• Active ME or compact RN license
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum of 2 years RN experience, with at least 1 year in specialty
• Experience in cardiac drip management, cardiac rhythm interpretation, IV starts, chest tube and trach care, and central/PICC line care required
• Previous permanent employment at any Northern Light Health Hospital disqualifies candidates
• Must not be a first-time traveler
• Candidates must reside at least 100 miles south or southwest of EMMC in Bangor, ME for consideration
• Submission requires two recent supervisory references, copies of all certifications, and driver's license

Additional Information

• Primary duties include caring for adults with complex cardiac, medical, and post-operative needs in a fast-paced float setting
• Charge RN coverage varies: free floating weekdays, takes an assignment on nights and weekends
• 24/7 support from CNAs, respiratory therapists, hospitalists, and consult intensivists
• Orientation consists of one regulatory/equipment shift and one clinical orientation shift
• Professional scrubs required in any color; scrubs are not provided
• Flu vaccination required for start dates after 9/30/2024, with only medical exemptions considered
• Holiday shifts are required and scheduled as needed
• Free on-site parking available