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Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
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Hours: 36 hrs/wk
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Start Date: Jun 15, 2026
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Length: 16 weeks
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Openings: 1
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position in a secure corrections-based oncology unit, requiring Epic EMR experience and an active OH or compact RN license.
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Hospital-based MS/Tele unit serving Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections (ODRC) inmates in a locked, access-controlled corrections environment
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Patient population includes active oncology diagnoses (solid tumors, hematology), oncology workup admissions, and non-oncology diagnoses such as COPD, sepsis, pneumonia, and surgical recovery
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Nurse-to-patient ratios: 1:3 for PCU assignments and 1:4-5 for MS assignments
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Corrections Officers (COs) maintain a 1:2 CO-to-inmate ratio, providing a controlled security presence on the unit
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Shifts may be assigned to either the MS or PCU side of the unit depending on scheduling needs
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12-hour rotating day/night shifts (7p-7:30a); shift assignments are reviewed every 4-week scheduling period based on staffing needs
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Weekend shift requirements vary based on unit needs
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Floating to various Oncology Med/Surg units may be required
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Documentation system: Epic (experience required)
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Medication system: Pyxis
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Active RN license in Ohio or a compact state currently in hand
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Current BLS certification required
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Epic EMR experience required
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Med/Surg Telemetry nursing experience required
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Proficiency in telemetry monitoring, including interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
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Experience with IV therapy skills including blood product administration, central line care, PICC line management, and peripheral IV insertion
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Experience with respiratory support modalities including CPAP/BiPAP, HFNC, tracheostomy management, and ABG interpretation
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Experience with Heparin protocols, IV insulin protocols, PCA management, and cardiac drips (non-titrating)
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Experience with feeding tube care, pre/post hemodialysis care, and renal failure management
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2 professional supervisory references from within the past 2 years required for consideration
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Full 7-year work history with all gaps explained required for consideration
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Oncology experience is preferred but not required
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Unit operates within a secure corrections facility; staff safety protocols are a key component of the role
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Comprehensive support services are available on-site, including rapid response teams, respiratory services, pharmacy, physical therapy, radiology, social services, and interpretation services
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Candidates changing representation do not need a 30-day break between assignments at this health system
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Any time off or scheduling requests must be disclosed at the time of initial submission
