Registered Nurse - Telemetry

Required Certs: CA RN ACLS BLS Every other Weekend Position Overview: Accountable for the assessment, coordination, delivery and evaluation of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care in an acute patient setting. Delivers holistic and individualized care to all patients in an assigned area. Develops, implements, and coordinates a plan of care that incorporates psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and life-style factors. Fosters and maintains collaborative relationships between patients, their family/support group, physicians, and other healthcare providers through timely and effective communications. Adheres to hospital policies, industry standards, best practices, and applicable laws and regulations to promote an optimal patient experience. Job Description: EDUCATION Graduate from an accredited school of nursing Required BSN Preferred EXPERIENCE Minimum one year current experience in Med/Tele Required **REQUIRED - Recent Clinical experience and proficiency in telemetry and rhythm interpretation: -Ability to read and interpret telemetry rhythms efficiently, including: - Recognition of common arrhythmias (A-fib, A-flutter, SVT, VT, PVCs, PACs) - Identification of rate, rhythm, intervals, and clinical significance - Appropriate escalation or intervention based on rhythm changes Recent clinical experience initiating, titrating, monitoring, and documenting the following drips: - Amiodarone - Indications for use (e.g., ventricular arrhythmias) - Understanding of loading dose vs. maintenance infusion - Monitoring for hypotension, bradycardia, and QT prolongation - Cardizem (Diltiazem) - Use in rate control for A-fib/A-flutter - Titration parameters and BP/HR monitoring - Recognition of contraindications (e.g., severe hypotension) - Dobutamine - Use in cardiogenic shock or low cardiac output states - Titration based on hemodynamic response - Monitoring for tachyarrhythmias and blood pressure changes - Lasix - Safe administration and monitoring of diuresis - Electrolyte and renal function considerations - Assessment of fluid status and response - Insulin Drips - Protocol-based titration (DKA/HHS management) - Glucose monitoring frequency and safety parameters - Transitioning from drip to subcutaneous insulin - Heparin Drips - Protocol-driven titration based on aPTT or anti-Xa - Monitoring for bleeding, HIT risk, and dose adjustments - Understanding of weight-based dosing LICENSURES AND CERTIFICATIONS Registered Nurse - State Licensure - RN Required Basic Life Support Certification - BLS Required Advanced Cardiac Life Support - ACLS Required SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Demonstrated general knowledge and competence with regard to nursing theories, concepts and practices; medical terminology; anatomy; and physiology. Working knowledge of the healthcare industry, safety precaution policies, best practices regarding patient care and privacy, and changes in local/state/federal regulations. Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people. Time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize patient care, assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and practices to achieve objectives and meet time sensitive activities. Basic knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Outlook). Work independently as well as be part of the team, while accomplishing multiple interventions in an ever-changing environment. Ability to communicate and engage team members, patients and families in a variety of stressful situations. Use existing procedures and critical thinking to identify and solve routine or complex problems. Ensure the privacy of each patient's protected health information (PHI). Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives. Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines. Facility Sutter Health Delta Medical Center Job Location 3901 Lone Tree Way Antioch, CA, 94509 Date Added 08/07/2026