Registered Nurse

Observation Unit RN – Toledo, OH | Days | 13-Week Contract

This fast-paced Observation unit operates as a mixed PCU, Med/Surg Tele, and Med/Surg environment, managing adult and geriatric patients with a length-of-stay goal of 18–24 hours. The majority of patients are co-managed with EDOBS providers, with coverage available around the clock.

Shift: Days, 3×12-hour shifts (06:45–19:15)

Contract Duration: 13 weeks

Scrub Color: Navy Blue

Patient Population & Diagnoses

Chest pain, atrial fibrillation, TIA, CHF, COPD/asthma, seizure, syncope, GI bleed/anemia, AKI, UTI/pyelonephritis, pancreatitis, cellulitis, carbon monoxide poisoning, post-outpatient surgery complications, and more.

Required Certifications

• ACLS, BLS, NIHSS

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 2 years of acute care experience in a similar setting
• Charge nurse experience required
• Proficiency with intermediate medication drips (heparin, nitroglycerin, cardizem, insulin)
• Telemetry interpretation and dysrhythmia management
• Heparin protocols, isolation precautions/PPE, cardiac drip management

Scheduling Details

• Every other weekend required
• No block scheduling
• RTO greater than 7 days requires manager approval
• No travelers within a 50-mile radius accepted
• Pending Ohio license acceptable; Michigan license must be active at submission

Float Expectations

Travelers are expected to float within the service line and across multiple regional facilities as needed. Float units include Neuro/Stroke, Cardiac, Orthopedic, Oncology, General Surgery, Uro/Vascular, and Observation.

First-time travelers welcome. Prior experience in Observation medicine is preferred. Charting system experience is required.