Registered Nurse (RN) – Telemetry

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse to join our Telemetry team. This role requires a strong background in telemetry nursing with specific skills in managing complex patient care. As a vital member of the healthcare team, you will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care and maintaining optimal patient satisfaction.

Unit Information

• Number of Beds: 36
• Patient Ratios: 4:1, with potential stretches to 6:1 and 7:1
• Staffing Description: Patient Care Technicians on day and night shifts, Unit Clerks available on day shift
• Type of Equipment: Remote Telemetry monitors, Alaris pumps
• Documentation System: Meditech
• Scheduling Requirements: Every other weekend
• Floating Policy: Agency floats first; potential to float to Ortho/Med-Surg
• Patient Experience Goal: Strive for a 75% patient satisfaction rate

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years nursing experience in telemetry
• Required Skills: Telemetry experience, knowledge of chest tubes, and dysthymia training
• Procedures Performed: Chest tube insertions, bedside paracentesis, and thoracentesis
• Certifications Required: BLS, ACLS, NIH

Dress Code

Required uniform: Any scrubs except camouflage.

Policies and Guidelines

Familiarity with unit-specific policies and guidelines such as Telemetry Monitoring Policy and Stroke Policy is essential.

Awards and Recognition

• Current staff members hold the Daisy and Bee award certificates.
• Monthly STAR award winner recognized by staff votes.