RN MedSurg/Tele

**Job Title: Medical Surgical Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN)** **Shift:** Night 3x12-Hour (19:00 - 07:00) **Contract Duration:** 91 Weeks **Location:** Travel Nurse Position **Patient Population:** Primarily Medical Surgical, Observation, and Telemetry **Job Summary:** We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our dynamic healthcare team in a Medical Surgical Telemetry unit. This position requires clinical expertise in a range of patient diagnoses and conditions, including observation patients, respiratory conditions, general medical/surgical diagnoses, palliative care, psychiatric observation, and diabetes management. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in nursing care, effective communication skills, and the ability to function well in a fast-paced environment. **Key Responsibilities:** - Provide direct patient care to adults and geriatric patients in a telemetry setting. - Monitor patient vitals and manage telemetry equipment. - Administer medications and perform procedures such as blood product administration, IV starts, and wound care. - Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. - Assess and document patient conditions accurately using the Epic charting system. - Participate in patient education and discharge planning. - Float to other departments as needed based on patient census and unit demands. **Qualifications:** - Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license required. - Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in a Medical Surgical or Telemetry setting. - Previous charge nurse experience preferred. - Familiarity with Epic electronic health record system is mandatory. - Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and NIH stroke scale certification preferred. - Flexibility with scheduling and adherence to a zero-tolerance policy for tardiness and absences. - Ability to pass a Pass/Fail EKG exam during onboarding. **Compliance and Requirements:** - Candidates must complete a full compliance file by the designated deadline prior to the start date. - Required to fulfill background check and education verification processes through a third party. - Local candidates living within a 50-mile radius are not eligible for this travel position. - Must be willing to float to any campus as needed based on staffing requirements. At ARMStaffing, we take care of our nurses! We offer: - **Health Benefits:** Day-1 access to extensive benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental, Life, and more. - **Onboarding Made Easy:** We coordinate your onboarding essentials—like physicals and titers—so you can focus on patient care while we handle the details. - **Clinical Support:** Our in-house clinical team is here to answer questions, troubleshoot challenges, and advocate for you every step of the way. - **401k Retirement Savings Plan:** After a qualifying waiting period, employees are eligible for 401k. Employees that contribute at least 5% will receive a 4% company match. - **Recruiter Matching:** When you apply with ARMS, you will be matched with a specialized recruiter based on your preferred location and specialty. Honestly, there's so much more... like Travel Reimbursement, Housing Allowance, Meals & Incidentals, Referral Bonuses, Completion Bonuses; it goes on. We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice; here's why: - SIA's Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms — 2019 - SIA's Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. — 2023 - Celebrated as a Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley — 2022, 2023 - Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics - Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for Health Care Staffing Services Certification Contract & local rates may vary based on location and residency of the applicant. For more details, please ask an ARMStaffing recruiter about your options!