Medical Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Medical Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality patient care in a dynamic hospital environment. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with medical staff and contribute to patient outcomes while ensuring a safe and effective healing atmosphere.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive patient care, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient outcomes.
• Monitor and assess patients’ vital signs, including telemetry and ECG readings.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal care plans are executed.
• Float to various units as required, including care for patients with inpatient orders in the Emergency Department.
• Adhere to infection control policies, especially in isolation scenarios, including COVID-19 protocols.
• Attend all mandatory team meetings, orientation sessions, and educational classes as scheduled.
• Join the Storm Team and/or Hurricane Team to ensure preparedness for catastrophic events.

Qualifications

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a medical-surgical or telemetry nursing environment.
• Charge nurse experience preferred.
• First-time travelers are welcome.
• Must successfully pass EKG testing prior to starting.
• Ability to work every other weekend as part of the rotation.

Work Schedule

• Shift: 12-hour shifts from 1845 to 0715.
• Contracts available for 36 or 48 hours per week, with options for longer commitments (13-26 weeks).
• Limited to 7 days of time off (RTO) for travel offers.

Unit Information

• Patient-to-nurse ratio approximately 1:5-6.
• Unit supports both medical-surgical and telemetry care, including stepdown services.
• Utilizes medications, documentation, and communication systems such as Pyxis, Epic, and SBAR.
• Orientation includes 24 hours of unit-specific training and daily classes during the first week.
• Navy scrubs are required.

Join our team and make a meaningful impact on patient care while growing your skills in a challenging yet rewarding environment.