TravelNurseSource is working with Catalytic Solutions to find a qualified Med/Surg / Tele RN in Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37404!
**Exciting Opportunity for Med Surg Travel Nurse - 3 West!**
**Job Description:**
- **Location:** Chattanooga, TN
- **Schedule:** 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- **Unit:** 3 West Cardiac
- **Total Beds:** 30
- **Patient Ratio:** 6 : 1
- **Staffing:**
- Unit clerk on days
- 2-3 PCTs (day & night)
- Nursing Supervisor & Hospitalists
**Unit Equipment:**
- Welch Allyn vitals neuron
- Novameter glucose
- GE Telemetry and Rover’s
**Documentation System:**
- Meditech-HCA version
**Medications Dispensing:**
- WOW for all nurses
- PyxisES dispensing system
**Scheduling Requirements:**
- Equivalent of every other weekend (4 weekend shifts / 4-week schedule)
**Floating Policy:**
- Other M/S areas: general M/S, Ortho, PCU, M/S surgical w/ oncology
- Rotational floating unless skill mix is needed
**Patient Experience:**
- Bedside Rounding
- Hourly Rounding with 5P’s checked
- Reports to PCTs of known needs at shift's start and during shifts
- Glass board for department focus areas
- Scrolling video kiosk & email for updates
**Required Certifications:**
- BLS
- ACLS
- NIH
**Requested Skill Set:**
- Cardiac knowledge preferred
- Advanced skills needed in Heparin, Cardizem, Dobutamine, Dopamine, and Amiodarone drips
**Procedures Performed on Unit:**
- Chest Tube management
- Wound vac management
- EKGs ad lib
**Dress Code:**
- RN: Navy scrubs
- CNA/PCT: Ceil blue scrub set and jacket (optional)
- Allowed colors for Ts: White, blue, grey, orange, or black (no graphics)
- No artificial or gel nails
**Unit Guidelines/Policies:**
- Documentation of telemetry application and rhythm strips in chart each shift
- NO PASS ZONE for bed alarms, call lights, IV alarms, etc.
**Unit Culture:**
- Charge Nurses with 12, 16, and 39-year seniority on dayshift and 15+ on nightshift
- Shared Governance per unit and facility
**Why Catalytic Solutions (CatSol):**
At CatSol, we connect dedicated therapists with rewarding assignments across the country. Enjoy competitive pay, seamless onboarding, and a supportive recruiter who’s with you every step of the way. Join us — where your expertise makes a difference every day.