Cardiac Telemetry Services RN

Job Description

Job Description

A Cardiac Telemetry Services RN opportunity is available in Independence, MO at a 285+ bed Level II Trauma Center with an accredited Chest Pain Center, an accredited Cancer Program and Breast Center, a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and a Stroke Center.

The role. This position is based on a 36-bed cardiac specialty unit that cares for a wide variety of monitored patients, including those presenting with chest pain, stroke, COPD, post-operative conditions, GI issues, accelerated heart rhythm, and drips — serving as a step-down from the PCU and Level II Trauma Center. Nurse-to-patient ratios are 4–5:1 on day shift and 5–6:1 on night shift, with one tech per hall. The registered nurse monitors and analyzes heart rhythms, interprets ECGs, identifies arrhythmias, and intervenes in emergency situations using high-level critical thinking and advanced clinical knowledge in the psychosocial, spiritual, pathophysiological, and therapeutic components of cardiac and step-down care. Care is provided for patients ages 16 and older, spanning young adults, adults, and geriatric patients, with patients under 16 managed until stable for transfer. The nurse is also accountable for identifying risks and hazards and contributing to mitigation of unsafe practices.

What we're looking for.

• Graduation from a school of nursing with either a Diploma, ADN, or BSN
• 1 year of Acute Care RN experience
• Must hold a current RN license from the Missouri State Board of Nursing or Multistate RN license from a participating compact state required
• BLS certification required upon hire
• ACLS certification within 1 year of hire date

Schedule. Available on days or nights, both with rotating weekends.

Compensation. $32.00 - $43.00/hr plus sign-on bonus considered case by case