Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele Pulmonary night shift position with strong pulmonary and telemetry skills in an acute care setting.

Details

• Work in an acute hospital on a combined 30-bed med-surg and 8-bed progressive care pulmonary unit
• Patient population includes individuals with pneumonia, COPD, CHF, COVID-19, pulmonary embolisms, and post-operative care needs
• Provides care involving oxygen therapy, IV medications, moderate sedation, non-invasive and mechanical ventilation, chest tubes, tracheostomies, and cardiac monitoring
• Uses Epic for documentation, Alaris pumps for IV fluids, and Acudose for medication management
• Night shifts only, 12 hours per shift, with work required every other weekend and holiday
• Floating to other Med-Surg units is required, with travelers being the first to float
• Nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:4-6 depending on acuity and shift
• Trauma Level I hospital environment

Requirements

• Active SD or compact state RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of recent Med/Surg and Telemetry experience
• Current BLS and ACLS (AHA) certifications required
• Proficiency with Bipap, Cpap, Heated High Flow, oxygen titration, moderate sedation, and telemetry monitoring
• Experience with medical-surgical patient care including critical care skills
• Epic EMR experience preferred

Additional Information

• Unit provides training and orientation including competency validation on telemetry and mechanical ventilation, and a precepted unit shift
• Team-oriented environment with opportunities for engagement in various unit and hospital committees
• Blue scrubs required as dress code
• Must note and disclose any prior employment at Sanford Health; former employees require a 6 month gap before consideration
• All clinicians must badge in and out each shift
• Local candidates within 80 miles may be considered but with a pay adjustment
• Commitment to fostering critical thinking, time management, and patient safety