Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg / Telemetry - $2,319 per week in Salem, MA

Job Title: RN Telemetry I Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: Telemetry Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: Minimum of 2 years working in one location and 2 years as a Traveler License: Active RN License Certifications: AHA BLS Certification, Telemetry Certification, ACLS Must-Have: - Ability to read telemetry strips - Knowledge of cardiac drips - Experience with patients post-cardiac catheterization and pacemaker is preferred Description: This position is for a Registered Nurse in a telemetry unit. This role involves providing nursing care for telemetry patients and collaborating with healthcare teams.

Job Title: RN Telemetry I Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: Telemetry Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: Minimum of 2 years working in one location and 2 years as a Traveler License: Active RN License Certifications: AHA BLS Certification, Telemetry Certification, ACLS Must-Have: - Ability to read telemetry strips - Knowledge of cardiac drips - Experience with patients post-cardiac catheterization and pacemaker is preferred Description: This position is for a Registered Nurse in a telemetry unit. The unit has a patient population that includes those with CHF, Atrial Fibrillation, Pulmonary Embolism, and Pneumonia. Patients may also include those with alcohol-related issues and dementia with cardiac comorbidities. The unit cares for patients on various drips such as Cardizem, Nitroglycerin, Lasix, and Heparin. Floating to applicable units may be required when necessary. The clinician to patient ratio is typically 1:4 during day and evening shifts, with a maximum of 5 patients. Night shift nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:5-6. This role involves providing nursing care for telemetry patients and collaborating with healthcare teams. Experience in interpreting telemetry strips and managing cardiac-related treatments is essential for this position. This is a great opportunity for nurses looking to broaden their experience in a dynamic clinical environment.