RN - Telemetry

Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN)

We are seeking a dedicated Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) for a night shift position in a fast-paced healthcare environment. The ideal candidate will possess excellent clinical skills, the ability to interpret cardiac rhythms, and a commitment to providing high-quality patient care.

Shift Details

• Shift: Nights
• Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Weekend Requirement: 4 shifts in a 4-week schedule (rotating weekend shifts)
• Holidays: Must participate in the permanent staff holiday rotation (1 major holiday & 1 minor holiday)

Unit Information

• Unit: Telemetry (4W)
• Number of Beds: 31 (11 private & 10 semi-private)
• Patient Ratios: 1 to 4
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Cerner
• Nurse Aides: 2 on days, 1 on nights
• Telemonitoring System: Phillips
• Ventilation Support: CPAP or BiPAP (provided by Respiratory Therapy)

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to patients in the telemetry unit.
• Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms, ensuring appropriate interventions are executed.
• Float to other units, when necessary, based on the needs of the department.
• Perform assessments and develop patient care plans.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Document patient care activities accurately and in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• Education: Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years nursing experience in a telemetry or critical care setting.
• Certifications: Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required.
• Skills: Strong critical thinking and organizational skills. Ability to work effectively within a team.

Orientation and Support

New hires will receive floor-specific orientation, consisting of 1-2 shifts with a preceptor to ensure familiarity with unit protocols and patient care expectations.

Common Patient Diagnoses

• Post-pacemaker insertion
• Patients requiring hemodialysis
• New onset atrial fibrillation or rapid ventricular response
• Stepdown from ICU, surgical, and urology patients
• Oncology patients with cardiac issues
• Stroke, traumatic brain injury (TBI), and high acuity patients
• Patients with pressure ulcers and those requiring specialized feedings

If you have the required qualifications and are passionate about providing exceptional patient care, we encourage you to apply for this exciting nursing opportunity.