Medical-Surgical Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

We are seeking a qualified Medical-Surgical Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) to provide exceptional care in a dynamic clinical environment. As a pivotal member of the healthcare team, you will be responsible for delivering nursing care for adult patients with a variety of diagnoses.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and interpret telemetry data to assess patient conditions.
• Manage and respond to dysrhythmias effectively.
• Provide nursing care for patients diagnosed with diabetes, congestive heart failure, infections, sepsis, COPD, and more.
• Float between units of equivalent or lower levels of acuity as needed.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in a medical-surgical telemetry unit.
• Completion of at least 1 travel assignment is preferred.
• BLS certification is required; ACLS certification is preferred.

Shift Details

• Night Shift: 3×12-hour shifts per week (19:00 – 07:30).
• Weekend Coverage: Every other weekend with six weekend shifts scheduled over six weeks.

Patient Care Environment

This role primarily involves adult patient care, accommodating diagnoses such as:

• Diabetes
• Congestive heart failure
• Infections and sepsis
• COPD
• Post-operative care for various surgeries

Travelers are not expected to hold PALS certification or care for pediatric patients, as the telemetry unit is dedicated to adults only.

Working Conditions

• Staff-to-patient ratio of 1:5.
• Equipment includes patient lifts (ceiling and portable), CADD pumps, chest tubes, telemetry monitors, and capnography.
• All employees are required to have the flu vaccine.

If you are a dedicated and experienced Medical-Surgical Telemetry Registered Nurse looking to further your career in a supportive environment, we encourage you to apply.