Manage a patient population including pre-op and post-op cardiothoracic surgery patients (CABG, femoral bypass, thoracotomy, VATS, CEA), cath lab procedure patients (STEMI/NSTEMI), CHF exacerbation, dysrhythmias, pacemaker patients, and hemo/pneumothorax patients. Preferred Experience / Skills Prior experience caring for patients with dysrhythmias (Afib/Aflutter, SVT, V-tach with pulse) and temporary or external pacemakers.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Oklahoma City, OK
Description
TravelNurseSource is working with Concentric Healthcare Staffing to find a qualified IMC RN in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73109!
Job Title
Registered Nurse – IMC/PCU/Stepdown
Location
Oklahoma City, OK | Intermediate Care / Stepdown Unit
Provide intermediate and medical-surgical level care for cardiology, cardiovascular surgery, and cardiothoracic surgery patients
Manage a patient population including pre-op and post-op cardiothoracic surgery patients (CABG, femoral bypass, thoracotomy, VATS, CEA), cath lab procedure patients (STEMI/NSTEMI), CHF exacerbation, dysrhythmias, pacemaker patients, and hemo/pneumothorax patients
Maintain a safe staffing ratio based on patient acuity, with an expected nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4
Document all patient care accurately using Epic electronic health records
Float within scope to meet unit or facility needs as required
Required Qualifications
Active, unrestricted RN license (no pending licenses accepted)
Minimum of 2 years of IMC/MS stepdown experience with cardiology, cardiovascular surgery, or cardiothoracic surgery patient populations
BLS certification required
ACLS certification required
EKG Course / Telemetry competency required
NIHSS certification required
Must live more than 75 miles from the contracted facility to be eligible — local candidates are not accepted
Current and valid driver's license or state-issued ID required, along with a utility bill in the traveler's name with a matching address dated within the last three months
Preferred Experience / Skills
Prior experience caring for patients with dysrhythmias (Afib/Aflutter, SVT, V-tach with pulse) and temporary or external pacemakers
Familiarity with cath lab patient management including STEMI/NSTEMI and coronary artery disease
Experience with Epic EMR
Comfort with floating to other units or sister facilities within scope of practice
Why Join Us
Opportunity to work in a specialized cardiovascular and cardiothoracic stepdown environment with a focused, high-acuity patient population
First-time travelers are welcome to apply, making this a strong opportunity for RNs looking to begin their travel career