RN Cardiac Telemetry Med-Surg

Job Description

Job Description

Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking an RN Cardiac Telemetry Med-Surg for a top Healthcare client.

This core nursing role is responsible for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to a diverse medical-surgical patient population with an emphasis on cardiac monitoring and assessment. The RN provides comprehensive, compassionate care by following established nursing models, acting as a patient advocate, and collaborating with the care team to achieve positive clinical outcomes in line with departmental standards.

Job Responsibilities

• Assess the patient's condition upon admission and throughout each scheduled shift, including continuous cardiac rhythm monitoring, promptly identifying and reporting any status changes.
• Perform procedures, specialized monitoring, and other functions ordered by medical providers, ensuring thorough and timely documentation of care administration.
• Administer prescribed medications safely and monitor the patient for therapeutic responses, taking appropriate action in the event of any unintended effects.
• Provide exceptional care by proactively anticipating patient needs, responding promptly to requests, and ensuring complex issues are resolved.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers about the patient's condition, treatment plan, and follow-up measures, translating complex medical terminology clearly.
• Act as a dedicated advocate for patients, families, and caregivers, consistently embodying the organization's vision, mission, and values.
• Collaborate effectively with the interdisciplinary care team to follow the established nursing models such as "Assess, Perform, Teach, and Manage."

Requirements

Education

• Registered Nurse Diploma is required.
• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing is required (implied by diploma requirement).

Experience

• Minimum of one (1) year of RECENT (within the last 4 years) Acute Care RN experience is required.
• Prior experience in a Cardiac Telemetry or specialized Med-Surg unit is highly desirable (implied by the job title).

Certifications/Licenses

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state(s) of practice and/or an active compact license is required.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date.

Skills

• Proven ability to make clinical assessments and manage care autonomously in alignment with the "Assess, Perform, Teach, and Manage" model.
• Strong professional communication and patient advocacy skills.
• Proficiency in continuous cardiac rhythm monitoring and interpretation.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with opportunities for overtime and weekend shifts.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance .
• Life insurance and disability coverage .
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Paid time off — vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment.