Weekly rate listed is an estimate and can vary based on the applicants home location, VMS Fees, and onboarding costs. Our Client is currently seeking IMC - Intermediate Care Unit for positions in Madison, Wisconsin for a 3x12 Days, 07:00:00-19:00:00, 12.00-3 shift. The ideal candidate will possess a current Wisconsin license. This is a RN position in the NURSING - THORACIC-B4/3 - RN. You must have a Nursing License and at least 2 years of recent experience as a RN IMC - Intermediate Care Unit.

Requirements
• Current Resume
• Nursing License per state
• Current BLS and/or ACLS and/or Specialty Certifications
• 2 current clinical references
• Competitive pay rates
• Health/Dental Benefit package
• License reimbursement
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

Shift: Day 3x12-Hour (07:00 - 19:30). Traveler will work in both D6/5, IMC Acute Med/Progressive Care unit and B4/3, IMC Thoracic unit. Day/Evening, 12 hour shift, 7:00am-7:30pm. Monday through Friday with every other weekend and some holidays required. ICU or IMC and surgical post-op experience required. If ICU, must be willing to work with IMC or general care patient population. Thoracic experience preferred. WI RN or compact RN license required. AHA - ACLS and BLS required. Traveler will be required to pass Telemetry test prior to being cleared to start.

COVID-19 Vaccine: Not Required
Flu Vaccine: Required - Medical/Religious Exemptions Only

Job Requirements & Qualifications
• Years of Experience : 2
• Charting System Experience : Required
• Charting System Name : Epic
• Trauma Level II Experience : Required
• Certifications : ACLS, BLS, WI RN or compact RN license
• Skills : MS/Tele, Telemetry, Cardiac Telemetry, Interpretation of dysrhythmias, Management of dysrhythmias, Telemetry - on the unit monitoring, Use of Rapid Response/Code teams, Pre/Post Cardiac Cath, Pre/Post Cardiac Surgery, TR Band, IV insulin protocols, Titration of Insulin drips, Feeding tube care and management, Pre/Post Hemodialysis Management, Accessing/Managing Ports, Arterial line management, Blood Product Administration, Central line care/management, Phlebotomy, Peripheral Line Care/Management, PICC line management, Starting and maintaining IVs, Heparin Protocols, PCA, Titrate Vasoactive drips, Surgical drains, Chest tubes-Emerson/PleurEvac, BiPAP/CPAP management/maintenance, High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC), Interpretation of Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs), Nasal Cannula, Oxygen administration, Oxygen tanks, Non-invasive airway management, Isolation Precautions/PPE, Wound Care/Wound Vac

Unit Details Staffing & Scheduling
• Patient Ratios Days : 3
• Patient Ratios Nights : 3
• Patient Ratios Weekends : 3
• Weekend Coverage : True

Facility & Patient Care Details
• Patient Age Groups : Adults, Geriatrics
• Daily Census : 7
• Number of Beds : 7

Additional Unit Information
• Interdisciplinary Support : IV Teams, Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Interpretation Services, Phlebotomy, Radiology, Social Services, Rapid Response Teams, Pharmacy, Transportation, Unit Secretary
• Patient Diagnoses : Esophagectomies, Lung volume reduction surgery, Wedge resection surgery, Cardiac surgery stepdown patients, Hospitalist patients
• Special Procedures/Unit Details : Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin! We are seeking a Registered Nurse to: Join our incredible Thoracic Surgery team caring for a variety of patients that may include: lung and esophageal diseases, lobectomies, decortications, esophagectomies and other thoracic procedures. Assist with procedures such as chest tube insertion in the procedure room located within the unit. Be part of developing a dynamic general care/IMC unit utilizing strong teamwork, providing compassionate care and employing critical thinking. Bring innovation to the unit and engage in acquiring new skills as well as integrating evidence-based nursing practices into the unit culture.
• Special Equipment : ICU or IMC and surgical post-op experience required. If ICU, must be willing to work with IMC or general care patient population. Thoracic experience preferred. Traveler will be required to pass Telemetry test prior to being cleared to start.

RTO Requirements: Generally, no more than 2 weeks off in a contract. If the request is more than 1 week and is consecutive (no hours in the week), 1 week will be added at the end of the contract. Generally, all job postings will state that weekend rotations and some holidays will be required. Some units are stricter than others regarding holidays (ED allows for 1 holiday off).

Floating: Travelers are the first to float. The traveler may have shifts scheduled in multiple units, depending on the current staffing needs. During the traveler s assignment, if the primary unit no longer has a need, shifts will be re-assigned to another unit to complete contract.

Local Radius: 50 miles from the facility
Local Rule: locals are not accepted
1st Time travelers accepted in some units
License: must be in hand at submittal
Minimum experience required: Inpatient RN travelers must have completed two years of acute care experience within the last 3 years in the specialty they are submitting to. This is a hard requirement.

Orientation Schedule: UWH orientation is held every other week typically on a Monday, but not all travelers will start on a Monday even if the contract has a Monday start. This is due to department specific orientation schedules. Travelers should follow the start date and time listed in their welcome letter and department schedule. Travelers will orient at 600 Highland Ave, room F8/170 (subject to change traveler should follow instructions in welcome letter). Orientation is typically about one week. Additional details within the orientation section of this guide.

Pass/Fail Testing required with strict passing criteria. A telemetry exam will be required prior to start. The following criteria must be met in two attempts:
Adult Exam:
• 100% identification of lethal rhythms: Ventricular fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia, asystole
• No incorrect answers on questions regarding 3rd degree heart blocks [1 incorrect answer will cause failure]
• Passing score of 80% or higher
Pediatric Exam
• Ventricular fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia, asystole, and sinus bradycardia
• Passing score of 80% or higher
Attempts: Traveler will have two attempts to pass. If the individual does not pass on the second attempt their contract may be cancelled. If the traveler fails the second attempt they will submit a certificate of completion of a cardiac interpretation review course before a third attempt will be assigned. If the traveler does not pass after three attempts the assignment will be cancelled.

Competency Renewal: Travelers need to have an active telemetry competency on file per calendar.

Location: University Hospital, 600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792.
Parking: Permit required through UW Transportation if parking onsite. Other transportation options are available: bus, park & ride, private parking, etc.
University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet -designated facility that s ranked Wisconsin s #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.