Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team in Independence, MO. This position will focus on providing high-quality patient care in a telemetry unit with a strong emphasis on critical assessment and management of patients.

Unit Information

• Number of Beds: 36
• Patient Ratios: 1:3 AM, 1:4 PM or 1:4 AM, 1:5 PM (with patient care techs)
• Staffing: Primarily RN-based care, with secretaries available from 7 AM to 7 PM
• Equipment Used: BiPAP, Heated High-Flow Nasal Cannulas, Alaris IV pumps, Kangaroo Feeding Pumps
• Documentation System: Meditech
• Floating Policy: PRN staff float once per week, FT/PT staff float based on a rotation schedule
• Patient Experience Requirements: Bedside shift report, hourly rounding, and daily leadership rounds

Qualifications

• Required Certifications: BLS, ACLS
• Advanced assessment and critical thinking skills
• Experience in managing vasoactive drips
• Experience with central line or PICC line placements preferred
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment

Dress Code

Required uniform includes charcoal grey scrub tops with charcoal grey or black scrub bottoms, along with black or charcoal grey jackets.

Award Recognition

Our unit has received the Unit of Distinction Honorable Mention in 2018.

Additional Information

• Designated Education Unit
• New cardiac monitors have been installed for improved patient monitoring

Schedule

This position has a guaranteed 48 hours per week, starting on December 14th. The schedule involves rotating weekends, with full-time staff working 36 hours per week.

If you are passionate about providing exceptional patient care and are eager to work in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply!