Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiac Telemetry position requiring 2+ years of Cardiac/Tele experience and a CA RN license.

Details

• Cardiac Telemetry/PCU-DOU-IMC step-down unit setting
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 PM-7:00 AM)
• Every other weekend required, plus holidays as needed
• No on-call requirements

Requirements

• Active CA RN license required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of Cardiac Telemetry/PCU step-down experience required
• Experience with Amiodarone, Heparin, Cardizem, and Dopamine drips required with no exceptions
• Experience caring for Pre/Post Cardiac Cath, Pre/Post CABG, and Pre/Post TAVR patients required
• IV therapy/phlebotomy, blood product administration, and central/peripheral line care skills required
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management required
• 2 professional references obtained within the past year required

Additional Information

• Provide cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and emergency response on a telemetry unit
• Manage patients pre/post cardiac catheterization, CABG, and TAVR procedures
• Titrate cardiac drips and manage Heparin protocols
• Perform respiratory care including nasal cannula and oxygen administration
• Utilize TR Band and manage temporary/permanent pacemakers as needed
• Holiday coverage required for New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas
• Only 1 holiday RTO request approved per contract
• Maximum RTO of 7 days per contract
• Local candidates accepted at local rate within a 50-mile radius
• Returning staff must have a 1-year separation before returning as a traveler
• First-time travelers are not preferred for this role