Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: Registered Nurse
Specialty: Medical/Surgical, Telemetry
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Night
Hours per Shift: 12 Hours (19:00 - 07:30)
Experience: 2 Years
License: Must be active prior to start date
Certifications: BLS
Must-Have:
Previous Charge Experience: Preferred
Patient Ratio Experience: 5
Description:
We are seeking a Registered Nurse for the Observation Unit specializing in Medical/Surgical and Telemetry.
The expected nurse-to-patient ratio is an average of 1:4-5.
Candidates are welcome to apply if they are first-time travelers.
Weekend coverage is required every other weekend.
The following certifications are required: BLS.
The role does not require on-call duties.
Clinicians may float within their scope to meet facility needs.
Block schedule accommodations are not available.
Candidates with a pending license will be accepted if active by the start date.
Facility Highlights:
This is a Short-Term Acute Care Level I Trauma Center.
The facility has a total of 1,567 staffed beds.
The primary charting system used is Epic.
Daily census approximates 16 patients.
There are 16 beds in the unit and 17 rooms available.
The patient age groups primarily consist of adults and geriatrics.
Interdisciplinary support includes IV teams, physical therapy, respiratory services, social services, and pharmacy.
Common patient diagnoses require skills in telemetry, blood product administration, and several nursing protocols.
Special procedures performed in this unit include bedside paracentesis and chest tube management.
Nurses must be skilled in managing various medical equipment, including EKGs and glucometers.
This is an excellent opportunity for experienced RNs looking to enhance their clinical skills in a dynamic environment.