Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Neurosciences (Neuro/Stroke) unit position requiring at least one year of RN experience and active RN licensure for a 26-week night shift contract in Oklahoma City, OK.

Details

• Hospital-based Neurosciences unit serving stroke, neuro, orthopedic, and spine patients
• Designated comprehensive stroke center
• Patient ratios of 3:1 for step-down patients and 5:1 for all other patients
• Night shift, 12-hour days, 3 days per week (36 hours per week)
• May be required to precept new staff and work in a virtual care room
• 26-week contract

Requirements

• Active OK RN license or current multistate compact RN license (eNLC)
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
• Minimum of 1 year of RN experience
• Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited program required; BSN preferred
• Stroke experience and NIHSS certification preferred
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include assessing and managing an assigned patient group, documenting patient responses to nursing interventions, administering medications, initiating and monitoring IV infusions and blood products, and educating patients and families on care plans and hospital procedures
• Collaborates with physicians during examinations and minor diagnostic procedures, and delegates tasks to support staff as appropriate
• BSN is preferred but not required
• Candidates who have previously worked at this facility must have a 6-month separation period before being eligible to apply for a new contract
• Compliance with onboarding requirements (drug screening, background checks, and medical requirements) must be completed promptly after accepting an offer — compliance deadlines are firm and non-negotiable
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply