Travel RN - Med/Surg Tele

Responsibilities: Acute care setting on a 30-bed medical cardiopulmonary unit and an 8-bed intermediate/progressive care unit Level 1 trauma facility Patient population includes pneumonia, COPD, CHF, pulmonary embolism, and complex pulmonary cases requiring ventilation and cardiac monitoring Average length of stay is 4 days on the Medical Unit and 9 days in Pulmonary Acute Night shift schedule, 36 hours per week, 12-hour shifts Every other weekend and every other holiday required Nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:2-3 in Pulmonary Acute for IMC-trained RNs, 1:4-5 on day shifts, and 1:5-6 on night shifts in Medical Cardiopulmonary Uses Epic EMR, Alaris pumps for IV fluids, and Omnicell for medications Floating required to Med-Surg units, with travelers prioritized for reassignment RNs with IMC skill sets may work in both the Medical Cardiopulmonary and IMC Pulmonary Acute units Provide patient care for a diverse cardiopulmonary population including oxygen therapy, IV medications, moderate sedation during bronchoscopies, chest tubes, tracheostomies, and mechanical/non-invasive ventilation Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team including case managers, social workers, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and physical therapists Work closely with pulmonary intensivists and hospitalist teams 3-day orientation includes competency validation, online modules, core competency checks, a precepted shift, and a 12-hour orientation shift on the unit Dress code requires blue scrubs and closed-toed shoes Facility is a Magnet-designated organization with opportunities to engage in unit-specific or hospital-wide committees First-time travelers may be considered for this position Candidates with previous employment at this health system must have an end date at least 6 months prior to consideration BenefitsHigh 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