About this opportunity
American Traveler lists this Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit opportunity in alexandria, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced PCU/Telemetry RN with a VA or compact license and independent telemetry interpretation skills for a 12-hour, day-shift assignment supporting the Adult Inpatient Division.
Requirements
Active RN license (VA or Compact) required
Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
1-2 years of recent PCU/Progressive Care experience required
Strong neuro assessment and cardiac monitoring skills required
Must independently read and interpret telemetry strips
Experience with Cardizem, amiodarone, and heparin drips required
EPIC EMR experience required
Must meet required ECG/telemetry competency
Prior travel experience preferred
Responsibilities
Supports the Adult Inpatient Division with a primary preassigned unit that may change based on census and acuity
Patient population includes stroke evaluation, chest pain, arrhythmias, CHF, sepsis, respiratory failure, AKI, GI bleeding, altered mental status, and postoperative care
Utilizes CPAP, high-flow oxygen, telemetry monitoring, and ECG equipment
Uses EPIC EMR
12-hour day shifts scheduled 7a-7p
Minimum 4 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule
No on-call requirements
Floats first among staff to PCU/Telemetry, Medical-Surgical/Telemetry, Medical, and Surgical/Orthopedic units based on staffing needs
Provides direct patient care including rhythm monitoring, escalation of clinical changes, and management of respiratory support devices
May be reassigned to a different unit before or during a shift, or have primary unit assignment changed during the contract
Holiday coverage includes 1 major and 1 minor holiday based on hospital need
Navy scrubs required
Orientation includes hospital onboarding and unit-based orientation across applicable inpatient areas
Oncology experience is a plus but not required
Ideal candidate is adaptable, comfortable floating, and able to quickly integrate into different inpatient teams
Benefits
High Pay and Bonuses
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
401(k) Plan
Weekly Payroll Deposit
Free Online CEUs
Job ID: P-
Open Positions: 1
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Worksite address
alexandria, VA, 22350, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.