Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Overview

This is a full-time position on a busy telemetry unit that typically operates at full capacity, providing care for patients with neurological conditions including stroke, TIA, seizure, and TBI, among other mixed medical telemetry cases.

Job Details

• Unit: Neuro Tele 4W
• Type: Telemetry
• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Years of Experience Required: 2 years
• Shift Notes: Night shifts with every other weekend required; first to float.

Unit Information

• Number of Beds: 22
• Certifications Required: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
• Nurse-Patient Ratios: 1 to 3-4
• Electronic Medical Record: Cerner
• Common Equipment: GE Apex Telemetry boxes; Central Telemetry Monitoring with 2 Monitor Techs available.

Core Responsibilities

• Patient assessment and care for telemetry patients.
• Ability to read and interpret telemetry strips; passing a dysrhythmia exam is required.
• Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to provide optimal patient care.
• Participation in bedside shift reports and focus on patient experience.
• Available to float to IMCU or Med/Surg Departments as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in telemetry nursing preferred.
• Must possess current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications.
• Self-motivated and team-oriented with the ability to thrive in a busy environment.
• Commitment to organizational mission and values.

Scheduling Information

• Shift Times: 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
• Weekend Requirements: 4 weekend shifts in a 4-week schedule (Days – Sat/Sun, Nights – Fri/Sat)
• Holiday Requirements: Participation in permanent staff rotation.
• Orientation: 1 shift oriented to the unit.

Additional Notes

This position requires a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care and involves a teamwork-based approach to improving patient experiences and outcomes. The unit emphasizes core measures, particularly relating to stroke care.