MS/Tele RN

Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse

Unit Specifics: Number of Beds: 48 (average census 27); Patient Ratios: 1:5 days; 1:6 nights; Unit staffing description: 1 unit secretary 7a-11p; PCT 1:10-15 ratio (matrix calls for 3 working on typical shift), occasional 1:1 coverage with PCT or patient safety tech; Type of equipment: Hoyer lift, Automated BP machines, bladder scanner, remote telemetry monitoring, vein finder; Documentation system: Altera/Allscripts Sunrise; Scheduling requirements: EOW, 12 hour shifts preferred; Floating policy: Floats to like MST units (D1, F2). Float pool then Travelers generally float first; Patient Experience requirements: Participation in daily MDRs on day shift Mon-Fri @ 1030-11/1115. Work with team for promotion of patient care excellence

Hiring profile: Must have: Med/Surg Telemetry skillset- head to toe assessment; orthopedic care knowledge; IV medication administration including management of Lasix drip, heparin drip, IVP metoprolol diltiazem and insulin IV or subQ; wound care including drain management and vacs; NGT/G tube care and parenteral nutrition; central line management- PICC/HD catheter/midlines; foley/nephrostomy/suprapubic catheter care; ostomy care; postoperative patient care. Procedures performed on unit: NGT; Certifications Required: RN License, ACLS, BLS

Dress Code: No required uniform- scrubs and closed toe shoes (no crocs) Scrub color/Attire - prints or solids

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Any additional information that would entice a worker to select your unit for their assignment: Consider items such as new equipment or technology, tenure and experience of staff, schedule options, etc. Brand new blood pressure machines, fantastic team atmosphere, established UPC meeting monthly, great employee retention rates. Hospital new to HCA family, HCA knowledge is a plus.