Travel Medical Telemetry & PCU RN - $2,200 per week

American Traveler; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 89,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance (Day

401(k) plan

Weekly payroll deposit

Free online CEUs

Travel and licensure reimbursements

Per diem and subsidies

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry/PCU night shift in Bismarck, ND. This travel assignment runs 13 weeks with 36 hours per week on 12-hour nights.

Requirements include ND RN license, BLS/ACLS, and PCU experience; Epic EMR is preferred. Benefits cover medical/dental/vision, 401(k), and travel/licensure reimbursements.

Qualifications

• Active ND RN license required at time of application.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required; must be active.
• Minimum of 2 years' RN experience.
• Prior PCU experience and ability to read cardiac strips.
• Epic EMR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work on a Med/Tele/PCU unit with adult and geriatric patients.
• Titrate cardiac drips and monitor telemetry.
• Coordinate care on Med/Surg Telemetry/PCU and with ER as needed.
• Document in EPIC and use telemetry monitors.
• Maintain typical nurse-to-patient ratios (1:4–5 on nights).

Skills

Telemetry nursing

PCU experience

Cardiac monitoring

Nursing night shift

Education

ND RN license

BLS and ACLS certifications

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Travel Medical Telemetry & PCU RN - $2,200 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Bismarck, North Dakota.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Tele/PCU night shift position with PCU and telemetry experience at a Level 2 trauma acute care setting.

Responsibilities

• Work in an acute care hospital on a Med/Tele/PCU stepdown unit
• Unit has 32 beds with adult and geriatric patient populations
• Typical cases include cardiac caths, EP studies, pacemakers, ETOH, COVID with BiPAP, general surgical patients with cardiac history, pneumonia, influenza, sepsis, and acute on chronic conditions
• Nurse-to-patient ratios are typically 1:4–5, occasionally 5–6 on nights; PCU overflow ratio is 1:3
• RNs are required to titrate drips such as amiodarone, cardizem, heparin, nitro, nipride, lasix, and low-dose dopamine
• Unit uses EPIC charting system
• Telemetry portable monitors in rooms and a monitor tech at the nurse station
• RNs must work 12-hour night shifts with every other weekend and every other holiday required
• First to float, including supporting med/surg and PCU, and some ER holds/boarding
• Any color scrubs may be worn
• RNs are responsible for administering and titrating cardiac drips and managing adult and geriatric patients with complex acute and chronic conditions
• Charge nurse is present on every shift and may have a light patient load
• Unit support includes nurse aides with a 1:10 ratio as the goal
• Care responsibilities include use of Bipap, trachs, Airvo, and similar RT equipment
• Must read and interpret own telemetry strips
• Orientation consists of two 12-hour shifts, typically Friday and Saturday of the first week
• First time travelers are welcome to apply
• Time off must be requested up front and is limited to 7 or fewer days per 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active ND or compact RN license required at the time of application; pending licenses not accepted
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required; must be active and not pending
• Minimum of 2 years' recent RN experience
• Must have prior PCU experience and the ability to read and interpret cardiac strips
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• References required: 1 from a supervisor within the last 12 months worked and 1 from a peer or supervisor within the last 3 years (including dates of employment and rehire eligibility)
• Copy of driver’s license required
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility
• Candidates cannot have been employed full time, part time, or PRN at any CommonSpirit facility in the past year
• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-620544. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg Tele

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.