About this opportunity
American Traveler, LLC. lists this Travel RN - Cardiac Telemetry opportunity in peoria, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced Cardiac Telemetry RN for a night-shift acute care position requiring EKG interpretation and drip titration skills.
Requirements
Active IL RN license required
BLS (AHA) certification required; ACLS recommended
Minimum 2 years of relevant nursing experience required
Proficiency in EKG interpretation and medication titration required
Basic nursing skills and experience with drip titration required
Must produce a negative drug screen for all panels as part of facility's drug-free campus policy
Responsibilities
Acute care Cardio Thoracic Unit (Telemetry) with 70 beds
Nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:5-6 on nights
PCT support available at ratios of approximately 1:10-12 on nights
Common diagnoses include MI, CHF, A fib, COPD, pacemaker/AICD placement, lung surgeries, chest tube management, and esophagectomy recovery
Requires titration of drips including Cardizem and heparin
Tele/monitor techs available; RNs must be able to read and interpret Philips telemetry strips
RT equipment includes CPAP, BiPAP, and high flow oxygen for home regimen or special circumstances
24/7 charge nurse and house supervisor coverage on the unit
EPIC EMR used for charting
12-hour night shifts,
Every other weekend required (Friday/Saturday or Saturday/Sunday nights)
Floating required to other general medical units
No call or standby requirements
Provide direct patient care for cardiac and thoracic patients, including monitoring, medication titration, and post-surgical care
Work alongside dedicated charge nurses and house supervisors for support
Unit-specific orientation typically consists of one shift or partial shift
Any scrub color accepted except children's or cartoon prints, as unit serves adult patients only
Holiday rotation required, including Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's (with eve shifts for nights)
Local candidates welcome to apply
Benefits
High Pay and Bonuses
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
401(k) Plan
Weekly Payroll Deposit
Free Online CEUs
Generous Housing Allowance
Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
Traveler Rewards and Discounts
Job ID: P-
Open Positions: 1
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Worksite address
peoria, IL, 61639, US
Who can apply
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