Registered Nurse MS Telemetry

The Registered Nurse specializing in Medical/Surgical and Telemetry provides skilled nursing care to patients, ensuring comprehensive assessment, medication administration, and treatment planning. This role demands effective collaboration with the interdisciplinary team and adherence to clinical standards. The nurse will work predominantly night shifts, managing patient ratios consistent with unit standards, and must possess a BSN and relevant certifications. Responsibilities:

• Perform patient assessments and monitor patient conditions on Medical/Surgical and Telemetry units.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed and document care accurately.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Maintain patient safety and respond promptly to changes in patient status.
• Adhere to established nurse-to-patient ratios to ensure quality care delivery.
• Utilize NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) for neurological assessments as required.

• Active Medical Assistant (MA) license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Registered Nurse with Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree.
• 3 to 4 years of recent experience in Medical/Surgical nursing.
• Proficiency in NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) assessments.

• Experience working with patient ratios of 1:4 to 1:7 depending on shift.
• Additional certifications related to telemetry or critical care nursing.

• Night shift work with patient ratios of 1:6 or 1:7.
• Compliance with hospital policies regarding patient care and safety.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

• Primarily night shifts.
• Shift patient ratios: 1:4 or 1:5 on day and evening shifts; 1:6 or 1:7 on night shifts.