TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Telemetry RN in Independence, Missouri, 64057!
Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: RN
Specialty: Telemetry
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Night
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: Minimum 1 year
License: RN License required
Certifications: ACLS
Must-Have:
Candidates without these skills will not be considered for the role.
Experience recovering post-cath patients (no sheath removal) and pacemaker placements.
Experience with stroke patients, amiodarone drips, and Cardizem drips.
Description:
This position requires a strong background in telemetry nursing.
The unit has 36 beds and a staff of 70.
Day shift consists of 1 charge nurse, 9 RNs/LPNs, and 3 PCTs.
Night shift consists of 1 charge nurse, 8 RNs/LPNs, and 3 PCTs.
Patient-to-nurse ratios are 4 to 5:1.
Equipment used includes Pyxis, Alaris pumps, and Welch Allen Vitals machines.
The electronic medical record system used is Meditech.
Candidates should possess a fast-paced, high-energy personality and a strong sense of teamwork.
Floating may occur to other telemetry departments and med-surg units.
Dress code requires grey scrubs for RNs.
Three weekend shifts within a 4-week schedule are expected.