Travel Telemetry Stepdown Registered Nurse - $1,999 per week in Sherwood, OH

Certification Details • Ohio RN license or Compact • BLS (American Heart Association) • ACLS (American Heart Association) Job Details • The practice of nursing requires specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills to provide care to groups and individuals. • The RN utilizes knowledge derived from the principles of biological, physical, behavioral, social, and nursing sciences to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. • All care is provided based on the concepts inherent in the model of care for TCH which promotes an on-going partnership between patients and families and the team of healthcare providers. • The care is culturally based and age specific. • The RN adheres to American Nursing Association (ANA) code of ethics and to the scope of practice described in the Ohio Nurse Practice Act. Job Requirements • The RN demonstrates the knowledge, abilities, and skills to provide age and culturally specific patient care and education. • The RN effectively communicates with peers, utilizes appropriate channels of communication and maintains absolute confidentiality. • The RN maintains competence and demonstrates evidence of continuing professional growth. • The RN demonstrates the ability to accept and implement change and the ability to work in a culturally diverse setting. • Diploma of Nursing required. • Preferred education: BSN. Schedule Information • Contract length is 13 weeks. Unit Specific Information • Unit: 6S Telemetry Stepdown • 28-bed unit specializing in recovery of patients following vascular and electrophysiology procedures. • Care for patients with acute MI, cardiac arrhythmias, syncope, cardiomyopathy, and heart failure. • Medical services to all patient populations requiring cardiac monitoring. • Services include titration of multiple intravenous medications and conscious sedation for cardioversions. • All nurses are ACLS certified and have successfully completed an ECG interpretation course. • Unit is suitable for nurses interested in transitioning to an ICU setting.