RN - Tele

Cynet Health; Tonasket (WA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (Telemetry) for a 13-week assignment in Tonasket, WA. The role requires a 12-hour night shift with 36 hours per week and a patient load of 1:4-6 based on acuity.

The unit cares for lower acuity patients with some transfers for higher acuity cases. The nursing team handles EKGs, breathing treatments, and Bipap, with travel staff expected to be flexible to staffing needs. Housing may be challenging to secure in the area.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience.
• No First Time Travelers are accepted.
• Must read and interpret telemetry strips.

Responsibilities

• Nursing staff ratio 1:4-6 based on acuity.
• Unit typically cares for lower acuity patients; higher acuity patients transferred out.
• Nursing staff is responsible for EKGs, breathing treatments, and Bipap.
• Travelers are expected to remain flexible to fill gaps in staffing.
• Weekend shifts may be required, typically 4 in a 4-week period.
• Housing may be challenging to find in the area.

Job description

RN - Tele

Profession: Registered Nurse

Specialty: Telemetry

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: 12-hour Nights

Hours per Shift: 36 hours per week

Experience: Minimum of 2 years

License: Required

Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS

Must-Have:

Must have 2 years or more of experience.No First Time Travelers are accepted.No RRT, Code, or IV team available in the facility.Must be able to read and interpret telemetry strips.

Description:Nursing staff is designated for a patient ratio of 1:4-6 based on acuity level.The unit typically cares for lower acuity patients.Patients with higher acuity or complex diagnoses are transferred out.Common patient diagnoses include a.fib, cellulitis, severe wounds, and falls.There are swing bed patients for wound care, rehab, or long-term antibiotics.The staff includes a Shift Supervisor who may take patient assignments when necessary.There are Nurse Aides available on nights, with a ratio of 2-3 for nights.Respiratory therapy staff are available weekdays with on-call hours and a 30-minute response time.Nursing staff is responsible for EKGs, breathing treatments, and Bipap.Scheduling is managed at the management level with aims for predictable schedules.Travelers are expected to remain flexible to fill gaps in staffing.Weekend shifts may be required, typically 4 in a 4-week period.Holiday rotation participation may be necessary.There are no call or standby requirements.Floating to other departments may be requested.Any color scrubs may be worn.Orientation is provided with a preceptor for 1-2 shifts.Traveling staff should possess the ability to work independently and adaptability to varying needs.Housing may be challenging to find in the area.