Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team. This position is designed for a skilled nurse who is proficient in cardiac monitoring and comfortable providing care to a variety of patient diagnoses.

Shift & Scheduling

• Type: Night Shift
• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Self-scheduling with 3 weekend shifts required per schedule
• Holiday rotation assignment

Unit Information

• Unit Type: Telemetry
• Number of Beds: 29 private rooms
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratios: 4-5 patients per nurse
• Common Diagnoses: Renal, GI, Sepsis, Mental Health

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required
• Required Certifications:
  • ACLS (AHA)
  • BLS (AHA)
  • ECG Pass/Fail
• EKG competency and cardiac monitoring experience essential
• Ability to manage drips including Heparin, Lasix, Amiodarone, and Cardizem (no titration required)

Additional Responsibilities

• Interpret cardiac rhythm strips and identify rhythm changes
• Provide primary patient care with support from nurse aides on day shift
• Coordinate with RT for respiratory treatments (CPAP administration)

Orientation & Training

• Required clinical interview prior to offer
• Must pass a dysrhythmia exam within 48 hours of receiving an offer
• Subject to a PASS/FAIL simulation lab evaluation on the first day of orientation
• 2 orientation shifts with a preceptor will be provided

Work Environment

• All staff members are required to take on standby shifts as necessary
• Nights will primarily involve direct patient care with a 4:1 assignment ratio
• Navy blue scrubs required; no t-shirts permitted

Location

This position is available in multiple locations within the region. Candidates must not reside within 50 miles of the assigned area.

If you meet the qualifications and are ready to take on this rewarding opportunity to provide critical care within a telemetry unit, we encourage you to apply and join our team!