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Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry
Santa Cruz, California
Dominican Hospital

$2,107-2,826/week

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Certification details

BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
- If acting as Charge Nurse must be Progressive Care Certified Nurse

Job details

A hospital in California is looking for an experienced Cardiac Telemetry RN for a travel assignment.
The right candidate will have 2+ years of experience, hold an active BLS, ACLS, NIH and CA license.

Job requirements

2+ years of experience as a Cardiac Telemetry RN
- Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIH
- Active CA license
- Experience with post cath patients, cardioversion, ablations, AICD, pacing patients, chest tubes, tube feedings, managing drips such as amiodarone, cardizem, nitro, pressors, dopamine, insulin, heparin, etc.

Schedule information

3 shifts on the unit for floor specific orientation
Shifts: 7a-7p, 3p-3a, 7p-7a
Every other weekend requirement (Fri/Sat nights, Sat/Sun for days)
Every other holiday rotating

Unit specific information

- Monitors: Phillips monitors, must read and interpret strips; monitor techs available
- No full ventilation support, but does have CPAP, BIPAP and Hi-flow O2
- Common diagnosis/Types of patients: Post cath patients both clean and interventions; post TEE, Post cardioversion, ablations, AICD, sometimes external temp pacer patients, sometimes transcutaneous pacing, chest tubes, tube feedings

Additional Details

COVID Vaccine Required
- Unit: TCU--Telemetry, cardiac intervention unit and tele overflow
- Scrub Color: Navy
- Stepdown nurses needed not med tele

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Faith-Based Healthcare Hospital
Short Term Acute Care
202 beds
Oracle Cerner

ADDRESS1555 Soquel DrSanta Cruz, CA 95065

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About Santa Cruz, CA

As a Travel Telemetry Nurse in Santa Cruz, CA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Santa Cruz is higher than the national average due to the desirable beach town location.
Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs are around 70-80°F, while winter lows can range from 40-50°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals can be found, but they may be more limited and slightly more expensive due to the popular tourist destination.

Transportation

Santa Cruz is car-friendly, but public transportation options are also available, including buses and shuttles.

Demographics

Santa Cruz has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the coastal environment.
It is a popular location for travel nurses due to its healthcare facilities and proximity to natural beauty.

Things to Do

Santa Cruz offers a variety of activities including a range of restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, and outdoor sports such as surfing, hiking, biking, kayaking, and paddleboarding.

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