Registered Nurse (RN) - Med/Surg Telemetry - 26-09042

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) – Med/Surg Telemetry

Location: Canton, Ohio
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: Night Shift – 3 x 12-hour shifts (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Medical-Surgical/Telemetry to provide exceptional patient care in a fast-paced acute care setting. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills, experience with telemetry monitoring, and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care.
• Monitor and interpret cardiac telemetry rhythms and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition.
• Administer medications, IV therapies, and treatments according to physician orders and facility protocols.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation using Epic EMR.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions.
• Respond effectively to emergencies while maintaining high standards of patient safety.
• Ensure compliance with infection control, safety, and regulatory standards.

Required Qualifications

• Active Ohio RN License or Compact State RN License .
• Minimum 18 months of recent Med/Surg Telemetry experience .
• Minimum 18 months of combined permanent experience in the specialty applying for.
• Epic EMR experience is required.
• Current AHA BLS Certification.
• Current AHA ACLS Certification.
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required prior to assignment start.

Additional Requirements

• One recent professional reference from a Manager, Assistant Nurse Manager (ANM), Supervisor, or Director within the specialty is required for submission.
• Must successfully complete ECG Rhythm Recognition and SafeMedicate assessments during onboarding.
• Traveler must be available to work at least every other holiday.

Preferred Skills

• Strong cardiac rhythm interpretation skills.
• Excellent communication and critical thinking abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced acute care environment.
• Commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.