Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: Medical Surgical/Telemetry
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Nights
Hours per Shift: 12 hours
Experience: 24 months of current Medical Surgical or Medical Surgical/Telemetry experience required
License: Active nursing license in Iowa or compact/multistate
Certifications: BLS, ACLS (AHA)
Must-Have:
- Telemetry experience preferred
- Experience with insulin, Cardizem, Heparin, and Amiodarone drips required
- Ability to read and measure telemetry strips required
- Experience in orthopedic and general surgery care required
- EPIC charting experience preferred
Description:
We are seeking a Registered Nurse for our Medical Surgical/Telemetry unit.
This position involves working three 12-hour night shifts per week.
The nurse will be responsible for caring for patients in a telemetry setting, including post-operative surgical patients.
The patient care ratio is 5:1, with a bed size of 16 beds.
The nurse will administer specific medications and manage various drips, including insulin, Cardizem, Heparin, and Amiodarone.
Candidates must have a strong foundation in both medical surgical and telemetry nursing.
This role requires reading and interpreting telemetry strips.
We encourage first-time travelers to apply, provided they meet the experience requirements.
Nurses should possess strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a healthcare team.
Regular weekend shifts will be required, with a rotation every third weekend and holiday as scheduled.
This is an excellent opportunity for qualified nurses looking to enhance their skills and gain valuable experience in a dynamic environment.