RN - Cardiac Telemetry - Full Time - Nights
Mercy Hospital Washington is hiring Registered Nurses for our Cardiac Telemetry unit. This role is ideal for nurses interested in cardiac care, acute care nursing, and advancing clinical skills in a fast-paced hospital setting.
About the role
Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care. Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with Mercy’s mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care for cardiac and telemetry patients
- Monitor cardiac rhythms and respond to changes in patient condition
- Administer medications and treatments per physician orders
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams
- Educate patients and families on cardiac health and recovery
- Maintain accurate patient documentation
Unit Details – Cardiac Telemetry
- 35-bed cardiac telemetry unit
- Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4
- Patient care support provided by PCAs
Common Diagnoses and Conditions
- ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI)
- Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
- Cardiac arrhythmias
- Hypertension and blood pressure management
- Stroke care
- Post-cardiac catheterization recovery
Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (Missouri or compact license)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required within 30 days)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification (required within 30 days)
- Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in telemetry, cardiac care, critical care, or medical-surgical nursing
- Strong clinical judgment and patient assessment skills
Benefits
- Competitive RN salary plus shift differential and bonus pay
- Up to $8/hour additional premium pay opportunities
- Weekend option program with up to $20/hour additional pay
- Up to $20,000 student loan forgiveness
- Tuition reimbursement up to $2,000 annually
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting day one
- Paid time off and vacation
- Retirement plan with employer match for team members working 36+ hours per week
Pay
$20,000 Sign-On Bonus for Experienced RNs | $15,000 for New Graduates (Limited-time hiring incentive)
Schedule
- Full-Time (36 hours/week)
- Night Shift (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
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