Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical-Surgical/Telemetry

Job Summary

This position is for a Registered Nurse specializing in Medical-Surgical and Telemetry care. The role involves working in a 30-bed medical cardiopulmonary unit and an 8-bed intermediate/progressive care unit, providing comprehensive care to patients with a variety of cardiopulmonary conditions.

General Responsibilities

• Deliver patient-centered care to individuals with diagnoses such as pneumonia, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, congestive heart failure, and pulmonary embolism.
• Manage complex cases requiring advanced nursing skills in oxygen therapy and pulmonary medicine.
• Administer intravenous medications and drips, provide moderate sedation monitoring during bronchoscopy procedures, and manage chest tubes.
• Oversee postoperative care, non-invasive ventilation, mechanical ventilation, and cardiac monitoring.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, including case managers, social workers, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and physical therapists to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Equipment and Systems Used

• Epic Charting System for documentation
• Alaris pumps for intravenous fluids
• Omnicell for medication management

Required Skills and Experience

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in a medical-surgical or telemetry setting.
• Proficiency in BIPAP, CPAP, heated high flow oxygen therapy, and oxygen titration.
• Experience with moderate sedation administration and management of cardiac drips such as Cardizem, Amiodarone, and Heparin.
• Comprehensive knowledge of telemetry, medical-surgical patient care including chest tube management, blood administration, ABG interpretation, and central line management.

Certifications Required

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Work Schedule

The role requires a commitment to working 36 hours per week, with shifts scheduled for nights, every other weekend, and every other holiday. The nurse will collaborate closely with the interdisciplinary team during these shifts.

Patient Care Ratios

• 1:2-3 in the Pulmonary Acute for IMC-trained RNs
• 1:4-5 during day shifts and 1:5-6 during night shifts

Orientation and Training

The training program is structured over three days, including competency validation on telemetry and mechanical ventilation, practical experience with a preceptor, and completion of necessary online modules.

Team Culture

The nursing team is dedicated to advocating for patient safety and quality care while fostering an environment that values clinical excellence and interdisciplinary collaboration. Opportunities for involvement in committees or initiatives focusing on patient experience, performance improvement, and education advancement are available for RNs.