RN - Telemetry

Job Opportunity

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for a night shift position that requires 3x12 or 4x12 hour shifts from 19:00 to 07:30. Weekend coverage is necessary on an every-other-weekend basis, with the potential for changes based on staffing needs.

Patient Population

The role involves caring for inpatient adults facing actual or potential life-threatening multisystem or cardiac conditions. Common diagnoses include:

• Sepsis
• Myocardial Infarction (MI)
• Unstable Angina
• Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)

Additionally, the patient population may encompass cardiac patients undergoing:

• IV antiarrhythmic therapy
• Vasoactive infusions
• Anticoagulation therapy

Unit Details

Special procedures and responsibilities in this role include:

• Administration of vasoactive drugs
• Administering antiarrhythmic therapy
• Thrombolytic therapy
• Defibrillation/cardioversion
• Thoracentesis
• Cardiac telemetry monitoring
• Electrocardiogram (EKG)
• Non-invasive blood pressure monitoring

Required Qualifications

Candidates must possess the following certifications:

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)

Additionally, a South Carolina RN license is required, along with:

• A minimum of 1 year of experience with EPIC electronic medical records system
• At least 2 years of experience in a relevant field

Patient Care Details

The patient demographic includes adults and geriatrics, with a daily patient census of approximately 14 in a 20-bed facility. There will be interdisciplinary support from various departments including:

• Physical Therapy
• Respiratory Services
• Interpretation Services
• Phlebotomy
• Radiology
• Social Services
• Pharmacy

Additional Information

All agency staff may be required to float to other units or facilities, based on patient census needs. Staff will only float to units where they have demonstrated and documented competency. Orientation hours are set at 24 hours, and an annual compliance requirement is also in place for all staff.

For further inquiries or to express interest in this position, please reach out through the appropriate channels.