Manage an adult and geriatric patient population with diagnoses including cardiac, neurological, orthopedic, oncology, renal, urology, general surgery, gynecology, psych/detox, ENT, and general medicine conditions. Key Responsibilities Provide direct patient care across a Medical Surgical/Telemetry float pool covering multiple units including Cardiac, Neuro, Oncology, Rehab, Renal, Bariatrics, Ortho, Trauma, and ED Observation.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Garden City, KS
Description
Job Title
Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical / Telemetry Float
Location
Garden City, KS
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Night Shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) | Onsite | Float Pool
Key Responsibilities
Provide direct patient care across a Medical Surgical/Telemetry float pool covering multiple units including Cardiac, Neuro, Oncology, Rehab, Renal, Bariatrics, Ortho, Trauma, and ED Observation
Manage an adult and geriatric patient population with diagnoses including cardiac, neurological, orthopedic, oncology, renal, urology, general surgery, gynecology, psych/detox, ENT, and general medicine conditions
Titrate Heparin drips and manage RT equipment including vents, CPAP, and BiPAP as required
Maintain nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:5–6 based on acuity, with nurse aide support available on units
Float across facilities within a 60-mile zone radius, with facility assignments communicated via schedule or Just-In-Time (JIT) notification 1–2 hours before shift start
Adhere to scheduling requirements including 6–9 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule and potential holiday rotation participation
Required Qualifications
Active RN licensure in the state of Kansas (or compact license eligibility)
Minimum 2 years of Medical Surgical/Telemetry experience within the last 3 years
Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications
Ability to float to varying acuity levels including ICU (low-acuity holds within skillset), PCU/Stepdown, and MS-Tele units
Must be available in-state for the full week of orientation, even if initial modules are completed remotely
Must be able to obtain housing within a feasible distance to support floating throughout the full 60-mile zone
Preferred Experience / Skills
Prior experience in a neurological nursing setting
Familiarity with Alaris infusion pump systems
Experience with EPIC electronic health records
Why Join Us
Gain diverse clinical experience across multiple specialties and facilities within a structured regional float pool program
Schedules are released 4–6 weeks in advance, providing advance notice and planning flexibility