Registered Nurse - Intermediate Care Unit

Location

Not specified

Schedule

12-hour shifts, rotating between day and night, including weekends as scheduled.

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Job Description

The Intermediate Care Unit is seeking dedicated Registered Nurses to join our team. The unit accommodates 30 patients with a blend of private and semi-private rooms, functioning under a model that emphasizes high-quality care and effective teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in an Intermediate Care Unit with a focus on the highest standards of safety and patient satisfaction.
• Administer medications and manage intravenous (IV) therapy, including titration of various drips such as Amiodarone, Cardizem, and Nitro.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including Hospitalists and an in-house IV team, to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Monitor telemetry and interpret cardiac rhythms, ensuring timely interventions as needed.
• Participate in patient orientation and education, fostering a supportive environment for patients and families.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required.
• Valid nursing license in the state of practice.
• Ability to read and interpret telemetry strips; experience with Nihon Kohden telemetry preferred.
• Strong foundation in managing patients with a variety of diagnoses including cardiac conditions.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!