Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Tele/PCU night shift position requiring active ND or compact RN licensure and strong PCU and cardiac monitoring skills.

Details

• Work in a 32-bed acute care stepdown unit with a focus on Med/Tele and PCU level patients
• Care for adult and geriatric patients with cardiac, medical, surgical, and respiratory conditions
• Nurse-to-patient ratios are typically 1:4-5, with occasional 1:5-6 on nights and 1:3 for PCU overflow
• Perform titration of cardiac drips such as Amiodarone, Cardizem, Heparin, Nitro, Nipride, Lasix, and low dose Dopamine
• Required to interpret and monitor cardiac telemetry strips independently
• Utilize Epic EMR for charting
• Night shifts (12 hours), every other weekend and holiday required
• Float to other units including PCU, Med/Surg, and ER holds as needed
• Unit is supported by a charge nurse and nurse aides
• Unit uses BiPAP, trachs, and Airvo respiratory equipment

Requirements

• Active ND or compact RN license required at time of consideration; pending licenses not accepted
• Minimum of 2 years of RN experience with recent PCU and telemetry/cardiac experience
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Proficient in reading and interpreting cardiac rhythm strips
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• Must not have been employed by a CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facility (full time, part time, PRN) within the past year
• Must provide a copy of driver’s license at time of consideration
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months, one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including dates of employment and rehire eligibility

Additional Information

• Primary responsibilities include providing high acuity care to adult and geriatric patients with cardiac, respiratory, and complex medical needs
• Charge nurse is available on both shifts and may take a light assignment
• Orientation consists of two 12-hour shifts with individualized support
• Any color scrubs may be worn while on duty
• First time travelers are welcome to apply
• RTO requests must be submitted up front (maximum 7 days per 13-week contract); no additional RTO will be approved
• Candidates must live at least 50 miles from the facility to qualify
• Assist with floating to other units for full patient loads as needed