Registered Nurse – Telemetry - Travel - (Tele RN)

RN.com; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse with telemetry experience. This role offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment, providing critical care to patients while utilizing advanced monitoring technology. The ideal candidate will possess BLS and ACLS certifications and have a passion for patient care. Enjoy competitive pay rates, free housing, and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Join a team committed to delivering quality healthcare in a beautiful coastal city, surrounded by recreational activities and rich history.

Benefits

Free, quality, private housing

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) and Flex Spending

Life Insurance

Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage

Free Continuing Education

Referral Bonuses

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of nursing experience with a focus on telemetry.
• Must have BLS and ACLS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients in a telemetry unit and respond to alarms.
• Administer medications and assist with patient care.

Skills

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Telemetry Experience

Dysrhythmia Knowledge

Patient Care

Education

Registered Nurse License

Tools

Telemetry Equipment

IV Equipment

Job description

12 HR shifts every other weekend and holiday
Will not accept local candidates (locals are considered to be within 50 miles of facility)
*will be required to take Dysrhythmia exam at orientation*
At least 2 years of experience in the area
at least 1 year of travel experience
BLS, ACLS, & NIH certifications

Unit Specific Details:
3 North - Monitor tech on unit, charge nurse every shift, nursing supervisor in house 24 hours/day, medic for difficult IVs/midline placements.
28 beds
Drips- Heparin, Cardizem, amiodarone, nitro, Dopamine (no titration), Insulin.
Lines/Drains/ Specific devices used- TCDs, PICCS, midlines, CBI, chest tubes.
Oxygen- NC, Hi-flow, trach,
Patient population- A-fib, NSTEMI/STEMI, CHF, CVA/TIA, Anasarca, Chest pain, cardiac workup-angina, SVT, post cardiac cath, dialysis, AKI, pulmonary edema, hypokalemia/hyperkalemia, other metabolic disorders affecting cardiac output/conduction. Support staff typically one to two patient care techs depending on census.

REQUIREMENTS

Registered Nurse, Telemetry
Experience: 2 years
Licenses: RN (Compact Accepted) (Copy needed)
Certifications: CERT-NIH Stroke Scale
SSN Required
DOB Required
References: 1 Reference in entire work history

BENEFITS

At AMN Healthcare we take care of our travelers! We offer:

• Competitive pay rates
• Free, quality, private housing
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

FACILITY

AREA OVERVIEW

Located in the Hampton Roads metropolitan area of Virginia, Newport News is truly an aquatic city, surrounded on almost all sides by bodies of water, including the Atlantic Ocean and the James River. Fans of aquatic sports will find themselves with no shortage of recreational activities, from sailing to canoeing, fishing, and swimming. The city's historic downtown is renowned for its preserved historic architecture and landmarks, including the Newport News Victory Arch. History buffs will want to check out the Mariner's Museum and the Virginia War Museum, both well known for their collections. The Peninsula Fine Arts Center is a great option for the creative-minded, containing a rotating gallery of regional and national exhibits.

At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

* Estimate of weekly payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.