Registered Nurse

Overview Shift’s Available: Variable Employment Type: Per Diem (PD/PRN) Hours: Variable Location: St. Joseph Medical Center - Kansas City, MO Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: Competitive compensation Medical insurance benefit plan 401K We are seeking an MST Registered Nurse, sometimes referred to as a Telemetry RN or Tele RN, Med/Surg RN or Rehab RN. A Tele RN specializes in attending to patients in telemetry units, including those needing cardiac monitoring. The Tele RN will monitor and interpret patients\' vital signs, such as heart rate, heart rhythm, respiratory rate, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation level. Continuous monitoring enables the Telemetry RN to gather real-time data to make informed decisions regarding patient care, ensuring early detection of abnormalities or changes in the patient\'s condition. This position is per diem, as needed. Responsibilities Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to): Assess patients\' conditions, including vital signs, cardiac rhythms, and overall health status, to create individualized care plans Monitor patients\' cardiac rhythms and vital signs using telemetry equipment, which allows for remote monitoring of patients\' heart rates and rhythms Communicate with the physician about changes in the patient\'s clinical condition, including cardiac monitoring, results of diagnostic studies, and symptomatology Administer medications as prescribed by physicians, including intravenous medications, and monitor patients for any adverse reactions Provide hands-on care to patients, including wound care, administering treatments, assisting with activities of daily living, and providing emotional support Educate patients and their families about their conditions, medications, and treatments, as well as provide guidance on self-care practices and lifestyle modifications in the Telemetry Unit Respond quickly to changes in patient conditions throughout shift and be able to address any concerns to the physician as soon as possible Responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation Qualifications Education, Experience, Training Current and valid state RN License. Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current. Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current preferred. Previous Acute Care hospital experience preferred. Ventilator Management experience preferred. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Employment Status Per Diem Shift Days Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: #J-18808-Ljbffr