American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Bismarck, North Dakota.
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
Job Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med / Tele / PCU night shift position with PCU and telemetry experience at a Level 2 trauma acute care setting.
Responsibilities
Work in an acute care hospital on a Med / Tele / PCU stepdown unitUnit has 32 beds with adult and geriatric patient populationsTypical cases include cardiac caths, EP studies, pacemakers, ETOH, COVID with BiPAP, general surgical patients with cardiac history, pneumonia, influenza, sepsis, and acute on chronic conditionsNurse-to-patient ratios are typically 1 : 4–5, occasionally 5–6 on nights; PCU overflow ratio is 1 : 3RNs are required to titrate drips such as amiodarone, cardizem, heparin, nitro, nipride, lasix, and low-dose dopamineUnit uses EPIC charting systemTelemetry portable monitors in rooms and a monitor tech at the nurse stationRNs must work 12-hour night shifts with every other weekend and every other holiday requiredFirst to float, including supporting med / surg and PCU, and some ER holds / boardingAny color scrubs may be wornRNs are responsible for administering and titrating cardiac drips and managing adult and geriatric patients with complex acute and chronic conditionsCharge nurse is present on every shift and may have a light patient loadUnit support includes nurse aides with a 1 : 10 ratio as the goalCare responsibilities include use of Bipap, trachs, Airvo, and similar RT equipmentMust read and interpret own telemetry stripsOrientation consists of two 12-hour shifts, typically Friday and Saturday of the first weekFirst time travelers are welcome to applyTime off must be requested up front and is limited to 7 or fewer days per 13-week contractRequirements
Active ND or compact RN license required at the time of application; pending licenses not acceptedCurrent BLS and ACLS certifications required; must be active and not pendingMinimum of 2 years' recent RN experienceMust have prior PCU experience and the ability to read and interpret cardiac stripsEpic EMR experience preferredReferences required : 1 from a supervisor within the last 12 months worked and 1 from a peer or supervisor within the last 3 years (including dates of employment and rehire eligibility)Copy of driver’s license requiredCandidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facilityCandidates cannot have been employed full time, part time, or PRN at any CommonSpirit facility in the past yearBenefits
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 DiscountsAmerican Traveler Job ID #P-620544. 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 Tele
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.
