Registered Nurse II – MedSurg/Tele

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Registered Nurse II to join our MedSurg/Tele team on the 4th floor. The candidate will be responsible for providing exceptional patient care in a telemetry unit, focusing on surgical and neurological patients.

Unit Information

• Unit Type: Telemetry
• # Beds: 48 (two units: 4A and 4B)
• Patient Ratios: 1:5
• Common Diagnoses: COVID, respiratory issues, GI conditions, diabetes, TIA, CVA, as well as general, orthopedic, and spinal surgical patients.

Shift Details

• Shift Type: Nights
• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Weekend Requirement: 2 weekends per 4-week schedule
• Holiday Requirement: Specific holiday working requirements apply for major holidays.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and interpret telemetry strips, with a requirement to sign off at least once per shift.
• Provide nursing care for general and orthopedic surgical, CVA, and TIA patients.
• Utilize Cerner for patient documentation and management.
• Work collaboratively with charge nurses and supervisors, with a shared responsibility for patient care.

Qualifications

• Required Certifications: ACLS, BLS Certification
• Years of Experience: Minimum of 2 years
• Experience: Ability to read basic telemetry strips and experience with general and orthopedic surgical patients preferred.

Work Environment

The unit employs nurse aides with a staffing ratio of 1:10-15. Respiratory treatments such as BiPAP and CPAP are available on the unit. Self-scheduling is utilized, but schedules are balanced by management.

Location

Position available in City, State.