Manage a patient assignment of up to 1:4 (ED holds) or 1:5 (Med Surg) across diverse diagnoses including post-op, ortho, neuro, oncology, CVA/TIA, chest pain, CHF, and abdominal pain. Why Join Us Supportive float pool leadership structure with assistant managers on call 24/7, including dedicated rounding on day, night, and weekend shifts.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Boise, ID
Description
Job Title
Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical / Telemetry Float Pool
Location
Boise, ID | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Night Shift (19:00–07:00) | Onsite | Every Other Weekend Required
Key Responsibilities
Float across multiple Medical Surgical, Telemetry, and ED holds units at facilities within the region, including coverage as a 1:1 sitter when needed
Manage a patient assignment of up to 1:4 (ED holds) or 1:5 (Med Surg) across diverse diagnoses including post-op, ortho, neuro, oncology, CVA/TIA, chest pain, CHF, and abdominal pain
Titrate drips independently, including cardizem, amiodarone, nitroglycerin, heparin, and insulin
Read and interpret telemetry strips independently without reliance on monitor techs
Adapt to mid-shift and cross-facility float assignments as directed, with unit and location communicated via app approximately one hour before shift start
Collaborate with charge nurses, patient care techs, and respiratory therapy to deliver safe, high-quality patient care
Required Qualifications
Active RN license with eligibility to practice in Idaho
Minimum 2 years of experience in Medical Surgical and/or Telemetry specialty
Previous travel nursing experience required
Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
Demonstrated ability to titrate drips and manage telemetry patients independently
Preferred Experience / Skills
Prior experience with ED holds patients (CVA/TIA, chest pain rule-out, CHF)
Hands-on experience with cardizem, amiodarone, and nitroglycerin drip management
Comfort with high-acuity float pool environments across multiple units and facilities
Why Join Us
Supportive float pool leadership structure with assistant managers on call 24/7, including dedicated rounding on day, night, and weekend shifts
All facilities are conveniently located near the interstate with safe, accessible parking at every site