Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a 12-hour night shift Med/Surg position in an acute care unit requiring a MT or compact RN license and NIHSS certification.

Details

• Work in a hospital-based Acute Care Unit within a Level III Trauma Center
• Unit consists of 40 beds with two nurse stations and serves medically stable patients
• Patient population includes medical cases such as COPD, CHF, CAD, DM, kidney failure, sepsis, wounds, and a small number of post-surgical cases
• Stroke Certified Unit with medically stable patients and occasional surgical admissions
• Patient ratios are typically 1:5-6
• Uses Meditech EMR, Baxter IV pumps, Pyxis medication dispensing, and Voalte communication devices
• Schedule is comprised of 12-hour night shifts, 36 hours per week, with 6 required weekend shifts per 6-week scheduling period
• May float to 2nd Surgical (surgical/oncology) unit, ED boarders, or Progressive Care Unit as needed
• One day of general orientation plus a 12-hour acute care unit orientation and cross-training during onboarding week

Requirements

• Active MT or compact RN license
• Minimum 1 year of recent strong Med/Surg experience required
• Current BLS and NIHSS certifications required
• Experience in epidural/PCA/medication management, drain and ostomy care, chest tubes, wound care, and general post-operative recovery
• Must provide two clinical references for consideration

Additional Information

• Primary patient care assignments may include 1-2 patients in addition to the general ratio
• Unit support includes 6-8 RN's and 4-6 CNA's per shift, with 1-2 shift supervisors on duty
• Training is provided with orientation to unit procedures, equipment, and EMR system
• Bedside shift report, white boards in all rooms, and hourly rounding are required unit practices
• No restrictions on hair color, tattoos, or piercings and scrubs must be clean with no specific color required
• Free parking is available with shuttle service provided during winter months
• First-time travelers with strong experience are considered
• Holiday coverage includes 1-2 holidays over the winter schedule depending on shift assignment
• Potential for contract extension or full-time employment conversion