Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Stepdown/Medical IMCU position requiring IMCU and telemetry experience along with an active MA RN license.

Details

• Work in a 27-bed Medical IMCU unit treating a mix of IMCU, neurology, and medsurg patients
• High volume of neurology, medicine, and cardiology patients, including chronic vent, trach, and high-acuity heart failure cases
• Patient ratios average 1:3 for IMCU patients and 1:4 or 1:4-5 when caring for MedSurg patients
• 12-hour flex shifts on a 36-hour schedule, including day/night rotation
• Every other weekend and every other holiday required
• Uses auto med dispensing systems and independent telemetry rhythm strip interpretation

Requirements

• Active MA RN license required
• Minimum 1 year of IMCU experience required
• 2+ years of recent medsurg and telemetry experience required
• Experience with neuro care, MIs, and trach patients required
• Ability to care for patients with complex medical needs
• Must independently read and interpret telemetry rhythm strips
• Critical care experience preferred
• Must pass a telemetry test on day one of assignment

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care to a mix of IMCU, neurology, and medsurg patients with complex medical needs
• Previous permanent staff at this facility are not eligible to apply as travelers
• Candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are considered local
• First-time travelers may be considered for this position