Registered Nurse (RN) – Med Telemetry

Job Description

The Registered Nurse (RN) delivers patient-centered care through a comprehensive nursing process that includes assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role is responsible for coordinating and providing high-quality care based on established clinical protocols and physician orders. The RN collaborates effectively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care and desired outcomes while fostering a supportive and compassionate environment for patients and their families.

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize telemetry equipment to monitor heart rhythms (EKG), blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and other vital signs.
• Analyze telemetry data to identify trends, abnormalities, and potential concerns, reporting findings to physicians.
• Provide direct patient care, including medication administration, wound care, and patient education, with a focus on cardiac health.
• Recognize and respond effectively to emergencies, such as cardiac arrest, implementing appropriate interventions.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Comply with all organizational policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Active RN License in the state of Arizona.
• Current certifications in ACLS, BLS, and NIH Stroke Scale.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a relevant nursing role.
• Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
• Floating to other departments may be required.

Work Environment

This position primarily involves night shifts, with a schedule from 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM. The nurse will be expected to work a guaranteed minimum of 36 hours per week.

Additional Information

The color of scrubs in the department is black. The electronic medical record (EMR) used is MEDHOST.

Note: Request for time off is subject to blackout dates during certain holiday periods, and the maximum number of request hours permitted is 36.

Location: City and State