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Registered Nurse (RN) – Telemetry

Unit Information

Location: Independence, MO

Unit: 7N Cardiac Telemetry

• Number of Beds: 36
• Number of Staff: 70
• Patient Ratios: 4 to 5:1
• Type of Equipment: Pyxis, Alaris pumps, Welch Allen Vitals machines
• Electronic Medical Records (EMR): Meditech

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care on the telemetry unit. This includes managing patients recovering from cardiac procedures, administering medications, and monitoring vital signs.

Typical Hiring Profile

• Required Skills:
  • ACLS Certification
  • Experience recovering post-cath patients (no sheath removal)
  • Experience with pacemaker placements
  • Experience with stroke patients
  • Ability to administer amiodarone and Cardizem drips
• Preferred Skills: NIH Certification
• Best Personality Fit: Fast-paced, high-energy individual with a strong sense of teamwork.

Dress Code

Scrub Color/Attire: Grey for RNs

Work Schedule

This position requires three weekend shifts within a four-week schedule, with potential weekend shifts on Friday and Saturday for nights or Saturday and Sunday for days.

Additional Information

Typical floating areas include other telemetry departments, medical-surgical units, and progressive care units.

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