Travel Med-Surg Nurse (RN) - Chandler, IN

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Job Description

A rewarding opportunity awaits skilled RNs with strong cardiac and telemetry experience to provide high-quality patient care on nights in a high-acuity Medical-Surgical/Telemetry unit. This travel position supports a 41-bed unit caring for complex cardiac populations with a diverse range of diagnoses including atrial fibrillation, heart failure, post-ablation care, dialysis, sepsis, and more.

Location: The role is based in a Midwestern city offering a balanced mix of urban amenities and charming local culture. Known for its welcoming community and accessibility, the area provides quality dining, parks, and recreational activities, making it an appealing place to live and work.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver exceptional nursing care to high-acuity cardiac and medical-surgical telemetry patients.
• Utilize in-depth tele and 12-lead EKG interpretation skills and manage drips including antiarrhythmics, heparin, and amiodarone.
• Perform procedures such as PIV insertion, chest tube and nephrostomy tube management.
• Work as a float nurse across nearby campuses within skillset parameters, with appropriate notice.
• Adhere to unit protocols and participate in orientation and skill validation, including EPIC charting checkoff.
• Provide mentorship to students and new hires as required in this teaching hospital environment.
• Maintain excellent critical thinking, assessment, and adaptability in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Current active Compact RN license.
• Minimum of 2 years strong cardiac/telemetry nursing experience with at least one travel assignment.
• Trauma level II experience preferred.
• Current certifications: AHA BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS).
• Proficiency with EPIC electronic charting system.
• Ability to pass telemetry competency tests.

Schedule:

• 12-hour night shifts, 6:30 pm to 7:00 am, with guaranteed 36 hours weekly (48 hours accepted).
• Rotating three weekends every six weeks and holiday scheduling.
• On-call and call-back not required.
• Contract duration: 13 weeks, starting 4/20 or 5/4 with bi-weekly orientation.

Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive hours with overtime options after 52 hours.
• Flexible travel opportunity with short-distance campus floating.
• Exposure to a cohesive and experienced nursing team led by long-tenured leadership.
• Scrub policy prohibits competing health system logos.

This contract to travel role suits resilient, hardworking nurses who thrive in a dynamic cardiac telemetry unit with a supportive team atmosphere. Submit your application today to advance your career while living in an engaging Midwestern community.