Description

American Traveler is hiring a RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position on a 30-bed unit specializing in telemetry and surgical overflow, requiring an active KY or compact RN license and ACLS certification.

Details

• Works on a 30-bed Med/Surg Telemetry unit (2F/G) within a hospital setting
• Unit specializes in telemetry patients and fast-turnaround surgery, including urology, bariatrics, and orthopedic overflow, and serves as a Bariatric Center of Excellence
• Patient population is primarily transferred from the ED and PACU
• 13-week contract with 36 hours per week
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 7p–7a

Requirements

• Active, unrestricted RN license in Kentucky or a compact state currently in hand
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS), and Annual Dysrhythmia Competency Validation
• Minimum education: ADN or ASN (BSN preferred)
• Prior nursing experience preferred but not required
• Ability to assess age-specific patient safety needs and implement appropriate safety measures
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with interdisciplinary care team members

Additional Information

• Performs comprehensive patient assessments, develops individualized care plans, and implements evidence-based nursing interventions within scope of practice
• Facilitates patient admissions, transfers, and discharges, including coordination with Case Management and execution of discharge teaching
• Delegates tasks appropriately and monitors care provided by other team members
• Participates in unit-based quality improvement activities including patient satisfaction, fall prevention, pressure ulcer prevention, CAUTI monitoring, and documentation audits
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply