REGISTERED NURSE - TELEMETRY MED SURG

About the role

To assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care to meet patients’ needs, following the appropriate policies and procedures of the assigned department. The Registered Nurse (RN) on the Telemetry Unit provides high-quality, patient-centered care to adult and geriatric patients requiring continuous cardiac monitoring and specialized observation. The RN demonstrates critical thinking, clinical competence, and professional accountability while collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to deliver safe and effective care.

Education

• Completion of a Diploma Nursing Program or an Associate Degree in Nursing (AA) or higher.

Registration / Certification / Licensure

• Unexpired state licensure from Maryland Board of Nursing or compact state board of nursing
• Registered Nurse Certification in specialty preferred
• BLS and ACLS required; ACLS must be obtained within 6 months of hire

Experience

• Minimum of 1-year acute care experience preferred
• Telemetry experience strongly preferred

Other Requirements

• Maintain unit-specific and hospital competencies, mandatory learning, and any clinical certifications required per policy GA-057 and/or department requirements
• Strong assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills; proficiency with telemetry monitoring and Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications with emphasis on Excel, Access, Word, and Outlook
• Successful completion of Telemetry and Stroke training during orientation
• Professionalism in communicating with internal and external customers, both verbally and in writing, and in promoting a positive work atmosphere
• Ability to work independently, prioritize concurrent projects, meet deadlines, follow through with deliverables, and produce quality work
• Administer medications, perform treatments, and provide patient and family education
• Implement organization-wide communication techniques daily; collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate individualized care plans
• Advocate for quality patient safety and satisfaction as a daily practice
• Monitor, interpret, and document cardiac rhythms; respond appropriately to arrhythmias or changes in patient condition
• Serve as a resource for Patient Care Technicians and assist with delegation and supervision as appropriate
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR)