Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Los Angeles, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : Med Surg
- Discipline : RN
- Start Date : 12 / 01 / 2025
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift : 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type : Travel
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Job Description\n
American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Med / Surg Telemetry Float position requiring a CA RN license and at least 2 years of telemetry experience.
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Work in a hospital-based Med / Surg and Telemetry float unitCensus of 36 patients with 36 beds and a 1 : 4 nurse-to-patient ratioCare for adolescent through geriatric patient populationNight shifts (3x12 hours, 19 : 00-07 : 00), every other weekend requiredNo on-call requirementMay float between Telemetry and Med-Surg unitsScrubs must be royal blueProvide care for patients with complex cardiac and respiratory needs, including those on ventilators and with external airway devicesMay care for post-MI, post-cardiac surgery, and cardiac cath patientsExpected to manage a variety of respiratory therapies like CPAP / BiPAP and high flow nasal cannulaFirst-time travelers are acceptedLocal candidates are accepted at the same rateRTO requests allowed but not during the first two weeks, with a maximum of 3 days RTO per contractOne holiday RTO may be submitted but is not guaranteedRoyal blue scrubs required\n \n Requirements\n
Active CA RN license required at time of considerationMinimum 2 years of recent telemetry nursing experienceCertifications required : ACLS, BLS, and NIH Stroke CertificationAbility to read and interpret cardiac strips and manage dysrhythmiasExperience with cardiac monitoring, post-cardiac procedures, and telemetry (both on-unit and remote monitoring)Experience with ventilators, groin care, chest tubes, and tracheostomy managementIV therapy skills including central line, PICC management, and starting IVsExperience administering blood products and managing cardiac and vasoactive drips (no titration)References requiredPre-employment training modules required\n Benefits\n
High Pay and BonusesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options401(k) PlanWeekly Payroll DepositFree Online CEUsGenerous Housing AllowanceTravel and Licensure ReimbursementsNon-taxed Per Diem and SubsidyTraveler Rewards and Discounts\n
American Traveler Job ID #P-627770. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Travel RN - Med / Surg Float Pool
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24 / 7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.