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Job description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Float Pool position requiring CA licensure, telemetry expertise, and ventilator experience.
Requirements
Active California RN license required
Minimum 3 years of RN experience required
Minimum 2 years of telemetry experience required
Total joint orthopedic experience required
Ventilator experience required
Epic experience required
Must be able to read and interpret cardiac rhythm strips
BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
Ability to interpret and manage dysrhythmias
Experience with on-unit and remote telemetry monitoring
Experience with Rapid Response Team utilization
Experience with post cardiac angiogram, post MI, and pre/post cardiac cath and surgery care
IV therapy and phlebotomy skills including central line, PICC line, and blood product administration
Experience managing Heparin protocols and non-titrated cardiac/vasoactive drips
Respiratory skills including chest tube management, CPAP/BIPAP, HFNC, and tracheostomy care
References required for consideration
Responsibilities
MS/Tele Float unit within a hospital setting
Patient population ranges from adolescents to geriatrics
General medical-surgical patients with moderate volume orthopedic surgical cases, including total joint procedures
Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 PM-7:30 AM)
Average census of 36 with 36 rooms/beds
1:4 patient ratio
Every other weekend coverage required
No on-call requirement
May float within the facility
Allscripts charting system experience preferred
Provide telemetry and medical-surgical nursing care with a focus on orthopedic and general surgical patients
Perform cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and emergency response duties as needed
Manage respiratory care including airway management and tracheostomy care
Required to wear royal blue scrubs
Smoke and nicotine-free facility; candidates must arrive free of tobacco odor
Advanced EKG exam required prior to start, including a 20-question onsite assessment with rhythm strip interpretation
Required training modules must be completed prior to start
First-time travelers are welcome to apply
Local candidates accepted at the travel rate
Return staff considered on a case-by-case basis
Requested time off must be submitted with the initial application and cannot be added later, with no time off permitted during the first two weeks of the assignment
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
los angeles, CA, 90079, US
Who can apply
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