REGISTERED NURSE - TELEMETRY MED SURG

About the Role

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.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in accordance with hospital policies and nursing standards.
• Administer medications, perform treatments, and provide patient and family education.
• Effectively communicate with all patient populations and staff by implementing organization-wide communication techniques as a daily practice.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate individualized care plans.
• Monitor, interpret, and document cardiac rhythms and 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).
• Advocate for quality patient safety and satisfaction as a daily practice.
• Maintain unit-specific and hospital competencies, mandatory learning, and any clinical certifications required.

Requirements

• Completion of a Diploma Nursing Program or an Associate Degree in Nursing (AA) or higher.
• Unexpired state licensure from Maryland Board of Nursing or compact state board of nursing.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required; ACLS must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Minimum of 1-year acute care experience preferred; telemetry experience strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with telemetry monitoring and Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems.
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Access, Word, Outlook).
• Successful completion of Telemetry training and Stroke training during orientation.
• Strong assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize concurrent projects, meet deadlines, and produce quality work.