Registered Nurse (RN) – Telemetry

Location: Largo, FL

Unit Information

• Unit Name: Ortho/Neurosurgery
• Number of Beds: 26
• Staffing: 4 to 5 RNs and 2 to 3 techs
• Day Shift Staffing: 1 Charge Nurse, 3-4 RNs, and 2 to 3 techs
• Night Shift Staffing: 1 Charge Nurse, 3-4 RNs, and 2 to 3 techs
• Patient Ratios: 1:6 or 1:7 depending on acuity
• Type of Equipment: Alaris pumps, Bladder scanner, Posey bed alarms
• EMR: Meditech

Qualifications

• Required Skills:
  • Telemetry certification
  • BLS certification
• Preferred Skills:
  • Experience with post-operative patients
  • Experience in Orthopedic or Neurosurgery settings

Typical Procedures

• Bladder scans
• Patient-controlled analgesia (PCA)

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is expected to possess a high energy level, be friendly, and demonstrate eagerness to engage in patient care and teamwork.

Additional Information

This unit recently underwent renovations, providing large private rooms for patients and a spacious nursing station along with a comfortable break room. This appealing environment enhances staff efficiency and patient comfort.

Parking Instructions

Park in the garage on the third and fourth floors for both AM and PM shifts.

Scrub Color Guidelines

• Registered Nurses: Navy Blue
• Clinical Support: Caribbean Blue
• Radiology: Black
• Lab: Khaki
• Surgical Staff: Ciel Blue
• Respiratory Therapists: Gray