RN - 38037970
About the role
Medical Surgical Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) position is designed for experienced professionals ready to deliver high-quality care in a dynamic healthcare environment. This role emphasizes strong neuro and cardiac skills, supporting a mixed adult and pediatric patient population, with pediatric cases assigned to permanent staff only.
Shift Details: Shift Length: 12 hours; Shift Type: Nights; Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week; Nurse to Patient Ratios: 1:5 days; 1:6 nights.
Unit Information: Unit Type: Medical Surgical with Telemetry capability on all beds; Bed Count: 24 beds (primarily telemetry); Support Staff: Includes telemetry technicians, charge nurse, healthcare unit coordinators, and patient care technicians; Floating: Nurse may be required to float to all medical/surgical units and assist in ICU as needed.
Additional Information: Respiratory therapy and pharmacy services available 24/7. Scrub colors are flexible, with the exception of solid black. Scrubs are not provided.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care.
- Monitor and manage telemetry patients effectively, with a focus on neurological and cardiac conditions.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Participate in patient and family education regarding treatment plans and health management.
Qualifications
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years in a medical-surgical or telemetry setting required.
- Certifications: ACLS (American Heart Association), BLS (American Heart Association), NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale), PALS preferred.
- Technology: Familiarity with EMR systems, specifically Sunrise Allscripts, is preferred.