Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) for a position in a medical-surgical telemetry unit. This role involves providing comprehensive care to adults, with occasional pediatric patients, and requires a positive attitude and strong teamwork skills.

Position Details

• Unit Type: Telemetry
• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Schedule: Night shifts, including every other weekend
• Guaranteed Hours: 48 hours per week

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a telemetry unit.
• Monitor and assess patient conditions, developing care plans as needed.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Participate in patient education and support initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years in a nursing role.
• Certifications: BLS Certification required.
• Skills: Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well within a team.

Patient Population

The unit serves a diverse population, primarily adult patients with conditions including post-surgical recovery, diabetes, heart failure, hypertension, weakness, and cancer. A small number of pediatric cases are also managed throughout the year.

Additional Information

• RN Ratio: 5:1
• Scrubs: Navy
• EMR: Epic
• IV Pumps: Alaris
• Float Requirements: May float to related units, including acute rehab and geriatric psych.

Working Environment

This position is within a 60-bed telemetry unit, designed to provide high-quality medical-surgical care. The ideal candidate is compassionate, values diversity, and approaches patient care as a collective commitment to excellence.