Registered Nurse (RN) – Cardiac Telemetry

We are seeking experienced and dedicated Registered Nurses (RNs) to join our busy Cardiac Telemetry unit. This position requires specialized skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while providing high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver care for cardiac and stroke patients, including pre- and post-procedure management for pacemaker implantation and cardiac interventions.
• Monitor patients receiving cardiac drips such as Cardizem, Dopamine, and Amiodarone.
• Administer treatments and monitor vitals for conditions like unstable angina, low-risk chest pain evaluation, congestive heart failure (CHF), dysrhythmias, and cerebrovascular accidents (CVA).
• Effectively manage patient assignments, potentially caring for a full load of up to six patients.
• Utilize Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems for documentation and medication management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in a similar unit, demonstrating proficiency in managing patient ratios and acuity levels.
• Travelers are welcome, including first-time travelers.
• Current certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS), and National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) are required.
• Must possess the ability to float to other units as needed.

Work Environment

• This role is located within an energetic unit that manages high patient turnover, averaging 78 to 90 patients a week.
• Nurses will be expected to provide care during peak demand, which may include accommodating a flexible patient load and taking on additional responsibilities as needed.
• Weekend and holiday shifts will be mandatory, with a requirement for every other weekend and specified additional weekdays.

Scheduling and Orientation

• Shifts will be scheduled as 12-hour night shifts from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM.
• Self-scheduling is permitted, with oversight to ensure optimal unit coverage.
• A comprehensive orientation of 36 hours is required before starting to ensure preparedness for unit protocols.

Dress Code

• Navy blue scrubs or white scrubs are permitted, along with Novant t-shirts. Jackets must match the uniform material and color.
• Crocs or similar footwear with holes are not allowed.

If you are a compassionate and skilled nurse with experience in cardiac telemetry, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our healthcare team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care.