Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry
Reno, NV
Planet Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Overview: Registered Nurse - Sierra Med/Tele

Location

• City: Reno, Nevada
• Facility: Renown Regional Medical Center

Employment Type

• Type: Travel
• Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Information

• Role: Registered Nurse - Sierra Med/Tele
• Department: 200118
• Shift: 3x12, Nights
• Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36
• Call Requirements: To be discussed during the interview

Qualifications

• Licenses:

  • NV RN license required prior to start
• Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
  • Must pass a telemetry competency exam
• Experience:

  • Minimum of 2+ years Med Surg/Tele experience

Responsibilities

• Provide optimal patient care utilizing nursing knowledge and skills.
• Accountable for individualized patient outcomes throughout the care episode.
• Comprehensive nursing services for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients and their families.
• Diagnose and treat human responses to health problems.
• Coordinate care with other professionals as needed.
• Maintain emotional stability to cope with human suffering and emergencies.

Physical Requirements

• Physical Activity:

  • Sit: 5%
  • Stand: 30%
  • Walk: 35%
  • Lift: Up to 50 lbs (occasional)
• Tools and Equipment:

  • Keyboard/Computer, Office equipment, Blood pressure cuff, Stethoscope, Pulse Oximeter, EKG monitor

Essential Functions

• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work under stress.
• Direct or supervise others and assess patient conditions.
• Maintain emotional stability and prioritize emergency situations.

Additional Information

• Travelers may be required to float to the needs of the organization.
• Schedule may include weekends, holidays, and some call shifts.
• Renown Health has a Safety Management program addressing potential hazards in the healthcare environment.

This position offers the opportunity to work in a leading healthcare facility known for advanced care and a wide range of services, including trauma care and specialized medical treatments.