Travel Medical-Surgical Nurse (RN) - Boston, Massachusetts

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Job Description

Deliver specialized nursing care on a 37-bed medical telemetry unit dedicated to patients with complex cardiac and respiratory conditions. This position offers the opportunity to provide skilled support to individuals recovering from cardiac catheterizations, pacemaker placements, and managing critical cardiac drips such as Cardizem, Nitroglycerin, Lasix, and Heparin.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor telemetry strips and accurately interpret cardiac rhythms to deliver timely interventions.
• Administer medications and manage cardiac drips with precision.
• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients with diagnoses including CHF, Atrial Fibrillation, Pulmonary Embolism, Pneumonia, and cardiac co-morbidities.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and transfers.
• Float to applicable units as needed, demonstrating flexibility in scheduling.
• Charting patient information using the EPIC electronic medical record system.

Desired Experience and Qualifications:

• Active Massachusetts RN license.
• Minimum of 2 years nursing experience, with demonstrated telemetry skills.
• Telemetry certification required.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Ability to confidently read and interpret telemetry strips.
• Experience with cardiac drip management and post-cardiac procedure nursing preferred.
• Comfortable with rotating shifts for day and evening roles; night shifts do not rotate.

Schedule/Hours:

• Night Shift: 36 hours every other week.
• Day and evening shift rotations may include 7a-7p, 11a-11p, or 7p-7a shifts with low rotation frequency.

Perks and Benefits:

• Complimentary on-site parking for convenience.
• Opportunity to work with a cohesive team in a dynamic telemetry unit.
• Exposure to a variety of complex cardiac patient populations.

About Boston, MA: Boston offers a vibrant urban setting rich with historical landmarks, cultural attractions, and renowned medical institutions. Professionals working here enjoy a diverse culinary scene, beautiful parks, and a variety of recreational activities, balanced with accessible public transportation for stress-free commuting.

This travel assignment allows for flexible relocation to an engaging healthcare environment where your advanced cardiac nursing skills are highly valued. To explore this rewarding opportunity within a specialized telemetry unit, submit your application today.

Compensation for this position ranges from $26.59 to $50.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.