Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit

American Traveler; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High Pay and Bonuses

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll Deposit

Free Online CEUs

Job summary

American Traveler seeks an experienced PCU/Telemetry RN with a VA or compact license for a 12-hour day-shift assignment in the Adult Inpatient Division.

The role requires independent telemetry interpretation, neuro assessment, and cardiac monitoring, with EPIC EMR proficiency and travel experience preferred. Expect flexible unit assignments based on census and acuity, with no on-call requirements.

Qualifications

• Active RN license VA or Compact required.
• Current BLS, ACLS and NIHSS certifications required.
• 1-2 years PCU/Progressive Care experience required.
• Strong neuro assessment and cardiac monitoring skills required.
• Must independently read and interpret telemetry strips.
• Experience with Cardizem, amiodarone, and heparin drips required.
• EPIC EMR experience required.
• Must meet required ECG/telemetry competency.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Adult Inpatient Division with a primary preassigned unit that may change based on census and acuity.
• Patient population includes stroke evaluation, chest pain, arrhythmias, CHF, sepsis, respiratory failure, AKI, GI bleeding, altered mental status, and postoperative care.
• Utilizes CPAP, high-flow oxygen, telemetry monitoring, and ECG equipment.
• Uses EPIC EMR.
• 12-hour day shifts scheduled 7a-7p.
• Minimum 4 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule.
• No on-call requirements.
• Floats first among staff to PCU/Telemetry, Medical-Surgical/Telemetry, Medical, and Surgical/Orthopedic units based on staffing needs.
• Provides direct patient care including rhythm monitoring, escalation of clinical changes, and management of respiratory support devices.
• May be reassigned to a different unit before or during a shift, or have primary unit assignment changed during the contract.
• Holiday coverage includes 1 major and 1 minor holiday based on hospital need.
• Navy scrubs required.
• Orientation includes hospital onboarding and unit-based orientation across applicable inpatient areas.
• Oncology experience is a plus but not required.
• Ideal candidate is adaptable, comfortable floating, and able to quickly integrate into different inpatient teams.

Skills

RN license VA/Compact

BLS/ACLS/NIHSS

PCU/Progressive Care experience

Neuro assessment

Cardiac monitoring

Telemetry interpretation

EPIC EMR experience

ECG/telemetry competency

Travel experience

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced PCU/Telemetry RN with a VA or compact license and independent telemetry interpretation skills for a 12-hour, day-shift assignment supporting the Adult Inpatient Division.

Requirements

• Active RN license (VA or Compact) required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• 1-2 years of recent PCU/Progressive Care experience required
• Strong neuro assessment and cardiac monitoring skills required
• Must independently read and interpret telemetry strips
• Experience with Cardizem, amiodarone, and heparin drips required
• EPIC EMR experience required
• Must meet required ECG/telemetry competency
• Prior travel experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Supports the Adult Inpatient Division with a primary preassigned unit that may change based on census and acuity
• Patient population includes stroke evaluation, chest pain, arrhythmias, CHF, sepsis, respiratory failure, AKI, GI bleeding, altered mental status, and postoperative care
• Utilizes CPAP, high-flow oxygen, telemetry monitoring, and ECG equipment
• Uses EPIC EMR
• 12-hour day shifts scheduled 7a-7p
• Minimum 4 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule
• No on-call requirements
• Floats first among staff to PCU/Telemetry, Medical-Surgical/Telemetry, Medical, and Surgical/Orthopedic units based on staffing needs
• Provides direct patient care including rhythm monitoring, escalation of clinical changes, and management of respiratory support devices
• May be reassigned to a different unit before or during a shift, or have primary unit assignment changed during the contract
• Holiday coverage includes 1 major and 1 minor holiday based on hospital need
• Navy scrubs required
• Orientation includes hospital onboarding and unit-based orientation across applicable inpatient areas
• Oncology experience is a plus but not required
• Ideal candidate is adaptable, comfortable floating, and able to quickly integrate into different inpatient teams

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs

Job ID: P-757708

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