RN - Telemetry

Registered Nurse (RN)

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join a fast-paced trauma, ortho, and surgical unit. This position is ideal for candidates with demonstrated expertise in Level 1 trauma care and a strong background in telemedicine.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional care to a diverse patient population including post-operative transplant patients and individuals with traumatic injuries.
• Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Perform clinical skills including Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes with a strong emphasis on maintaining sterile fields.
• Participate in educational training related to lifts, restraints, and wound care protocols.
• Comply with established hospital policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Minimum of 2 years of telemetry experience required.
• Ability to pass a dysrhythmia exam with two attempts; failure may result in a 6-month do-not-use status with certain regions.
• Comfortable with floating to medical-surgical and telemetry units as needed.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Willingness to adhere to grooming standards including natural hair color and no facial piercings; men must be clean-shaven.

Shift Information

This position involves 12-hour shifts with a requirement to work 3 shifts during the weekend within a 4-week period. Holiday shifts will be integrated into the permanent staff rotation.

Unit Information

The unit consists of 30 beds, with nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:4-5. Both pharmacy and respiratory therapy services are available 24/7 to support patient care.

Orientation and Training

Orientation will include two shifts focused on unit-specific procedures and expectations. Nurses will undergo simulations to demonstrate competency in required clinical skills.

Patient Demographics

Common diagnoses in this unit include post-operative transplants, Whipple procedures, orthopedic joint surgeries, and trauma-related conditions.

Cancellation Policy

The hospital reserves the right to cancel up to 4 shifts during a 13-week assignment or 3 shifts for assignments shorter than 13 weeks.