RN - Medical Surgical Telemetry Nurse

Join a dedicated healthcare team as a Registered Nurse specializing in Medical Surgical Telemetry. This full-time role involves planning and delivering professional nursing care aligned with established policies, with opportunities to assume charge nurse responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients to identify care needs and organize appropriate interventions.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate patient care while ensuring a safe environment.
• Maintain accurate and relevant patient care records.
• Administer medications as prescribed by physicians.
• Recognize and respond to life-threatening situations promptly.
• Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Monitor quality of care using outcome-oriented indicators.
• Participate actively in cost containment and accurate patient service charging.
• Adjust care based on age-specific physiological and psychosocial needs.
• Support patients' cultural and spiritual beliefs within medical guidelines.

Education and Experience

• Associate Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Current Registered Nurse licensure in a Compact state or equivalent.
• BLS certification required; ACLS, NIHHS, and Basic Dysrhythmia certifications can be obtained post-hire.
• New graduates are welcome; 1 year of Med Surg experience preferred.
• Progressive Care experience is a plus.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Effective organizational and leadership capabilities.
• Knowledge of age-specific physiological, psychosocial, developmental, and spiritual patient needs.

Physical Requirements

• Good speech and auditory acuity for patient communication.
• Visual acuity for patient observation.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift frequently.
• Potential exposure to blood or infectious materials.

Patient Population

Care for patients with acute respiratory and cardiac disorders, renal disease, neurological conditions, pre- and post-surgical and procedural needs, and cardiac dysrhythmias.

Additional Benefits

• Low nurse-to-patient ratio (1:4-5).
• Comprehensive orientation and ongoing educational opportunities.
• Cross-training in ICU to enhance clinical skills.
• Clinical Ladder program offering professional development and financial incentives.
• Shared governance through Nurse Practice Council.
• Use of EPIC electronic medical records system.
• Commitment to patient-centered care, integrity, cultural diversity, innovation, teamwork, and accountability.

This position serves a regional area in the Southeastern United States, providing care across a diverse patient population.