Travel RN - Telemetry

American Traveler, LLC.; Harvey (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High Pay and Bonuses

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Free Online CEUs

Generous Housing Allowance

Travel and Licensure Reimbursements

Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy

Job summary

American Traveler, LLC. is hiring a Telemetry RN for night shifts in Illinois. Active IL RN license and telemetry experience are required along with BLS/ACLS. The role includes a 3x12 schedule, 1:6 patient ratio, floating, and Epic charting.

Experience with cardiac drips and venous access is preferred. First-time travelers welcome; housing and travel reimbursements provided. Local candidates may be considered at the same bill rate.

Qualifications

• Active IL RN license required
• BLS and ACLS certifications
• Minimum 1 year telemetry experience
• Competency in rhythm strip interpretation and EKG test at orientation
• Experience with IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, central and peripheral line care

Responsibilities

• Work in the Telemetry unit of a hospital setting
• Patient ratio of 1:6
• Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 18:45-07:15)
• Work every other weekend
• Floating required
• Uses Epic charting system
• Chronic vent experience involved in patient care
• Assess acute changes in patients in a fast-paced telemetry environment
• Manage and interpret cardiac dysrhythmias and respond to emergencies
• Provide care for GU, GI, and respiratory needs including CBI, feeding tubes, and tracheostomy care
• Follow isolation precautions and PPE usage
• RTO limits and travel requirements for first-time travelers
• Local candidates accepted at same bill rate
• 7-month gap policy for former University of Chicago Medicine staff

Skills

Rhythm strip interpretation

EKG strip test

IV therapy

Phlebotomy

Central line care

Peripheral line care

Cardiac drips management

Telemetry nursing

Job description

American Traveler is hiring a Telemetry RN for a night shift position requiring an active IL RN license and prior telemetry experience.

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required in hand
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of telemetry experience required (ICU-only experience not accepted)
• Competency in rhythm strip interpretation required; must pass EKG strip test at orientation
• Experience with IV therapy/phlebotomy, blood product administration, central line care, and peripheral line care
• Preferred competence in initiating and maintaining cardiac drips such as dobutamine, amiodarone, and cardizem
• Nursys report required at time of consideration (pulled within the last 2 weeks)

Responsibilities

• Work in the Telemetry unit of a hospital setting
• Patient ratio of 1:6
• Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 18:45-07:15)
• Required to work every other weekend
• Floating required
• Uses Epic charting system
• Chronic vent experience involved in patient care
• Responsible for assessing acute changes in patients in a fast-paced telemetry environment
• Manage and interpret cardiac dysrhythmias and respond to cardiac emergencies
• Provide care for genitourinary, gastrointestinal, and respiratory needs including CBI, feeding tube management, and tracheostomy care
• Follow isolation precautions and proper PPE usage
• Maximum RTO of 7 days, with no more than 3 days off and no RTO during the first or last week of the contract
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates accepted at the same bill rate
• Former University of Chicago Medicine, PRN, or Ingalls permanent staff must have a 7-month gap before returning as a traveler

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job ID: P-773315

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