Travel RN - Telemetry - Direct Observation Unit

American-Traveler; Parkersburg (WV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Travel reimbursements

Licensure reimbursement

Weekly payroll

Free online CEUs

Job summary

American Traveler, LLC. is seeking a Telemetry RN for a 13-week night shift contract on a busy acute medsurg/cardiac observation unit. You will read telemetry strips and manage Cardizem and Amiodarone drips, while supporting patients with pre/post cath and various cardiac conditions.

The role requires an active WV or compact RN license, BLS and ACLS, and a minimum of 2 years of RN experience. Reading strips and attention to tele monitor data are essential. EB EPIC EMR experience is used daily.

Qualifications

• Active WV or compact RN license
• BLS and ACLS certification (AHA)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience
• Must read and interpret telemetry strips
• Experience with set-rate Cardizem and Amiodarone drips
• TR Bands experience is a plus
• Unexpired copy of driver's license required for consideration

Responsibilities

• Telemetry RN on a 13-week nights contract on a high-volume medsurg/cardiac unit.
• Read and interpret telemetry strips and monitor patient status in real time.
• Provide direct patient care including EKGs and drip management.
• Possible float to ICU or stepdown within skillset.
• Ensure unit coverage with 12-hour night shifts (7p–7a) and weekend requirements.
• Utilize EPIC EMR for documentation and orders.

Skills

Telemetry strip reading

Telemetry strip interpretation

Set-rate drips (Cardizem)

Set-rate drips (Amiodarone)

Read EPIC EMR

Driver's license

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

American Traveler is hiring a Telemetry RN for a 13-week nights contract on an acute medsurg/cardiac observation unit requiring strip reading and set-rate drip experience.

Requirements

• Active WV or compact RN license required
• BLS and ACLS certification (AHA) required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Must be able to read and interpret telemetry strips
• Experience with set-rate Cardizem and Amiodarone drips required
• Experience with TR Bands is a plus
• Unexpired copy of driver's license required for consideration

Responsibilities

• Acute medsurg and cardiac observation unit with 21 beds, typically staffed at 18
• Average patient ratio of 1:6, with nurse aide support at 1:10 (occasionally 1:14-15)
• Common diagnoses include pre/post cath, chest pain rule-outs on heparin drips, COPD, CHF, pacers, arrhythmias, and general medsurg cases
• Tele monitor techs located on a separate floor; RN must read and interpret telemetry strips, with a monitor also available on the unit for real-time viewing
• Charge nurse coverage 24/7, with night charge always taking patients
• Respiratory support limited to BiPAP and CPAP for supportive therapy only; no high flow
• 12-hour night shifts (7p-7a), with every-other-weekend requirement (Fri/Sat/Sun)
• Occasional call or standby possible during low census periods
• Travelers are typically first to float, potentially to ICU or stepdown, but only within their skillset
• Uses EPIC EMR
• High-volume unit with up to 6 discharges and 6+ admissions per day
• Provide direct patient care including EKGs, drip management, and monitoring for cardiac and medsurg patients
• Orientation includes 1 day of computer training followed by 1 day of shadowing with a preceptor
• Scrub color is royal blue; scrub jackets optional but must be actual scrub jackets (no hoodies or sweat-jackets)
• Time off requests must be submitted upfront and included in the contract; additional requests require facility approval
• Holiday coverage may be required for travelers if unit needs dictate
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to qualify as travelers
• Previous WVU Medicine employees must have a 2-year break before reapplying
• Travelers cannot work within WVU Medicine for longer than a cumulative year without taking a 2-year break
• First-time travelers may be considered for this position

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-780612

Open Positions: 1