Registered Nurse / Med-Surg Telemetry

We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse with experience in Med-Surg and Telemetry to join our team. This position involves providing high-quality care to adult and geriatric patients in a fast-paced environment.

Shift Details

• 3×12-Hour Night Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
• Every other weekend is required

Responsibilities

• Float within scope of care as needed to meet unit requirements.
• Manage a patient ratio of 1:5.

Time Off Policy

• One pre-approved time-off request is permitted per contract.
• The system will auto-approve requests for 14 days or less of time off.
• Required to work every other winter and summer holiday; no time off is approved during these periods.
• No time off on hard-to-fill days such as Easter, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, etc.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of RN experience, with a strong background in Med-Surg and Telemetry.
• Preferred experience in teaching hospitals and community hospitals.
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply.

Required Certifications

• ACLS and BLS certification are required.
• Completion of a pass/fail exam for telemetry interpretation during orientation.

Local Candidates

• Local candidates are accepted.

Licensure Requirement

• A Maryland or compact RN license is required upon submission.

Unit Information

• This position is located within a Med-Surg/Telemetry unit that serves adult and geriatric patients.
• The unit has an average daily census of approximately 40 patients.
• Focus on general Medical-Surgical care with an emphasis on cardiac monitoring.
• Unit orientation includes about 24 hours of training, with two orientation days on the unit.

Additional Experience Requirements

• Strong telemetry and dysrhythmia interpretation/management skills.
• Experience with on-unit and remote telemetry monitoring.
• Experience with Rapid Response and Code Team procedures.
• Pre/post cardiac catheterization experience is essential.
• Competence in blood product administration, as well as central, peripheral, and PICC line management.
• Familiarity with heparin protocol and non-titratable cardiac drip management.
• Experience in feeding tube management, PCA administration, and management of seizure disorders and substance withdrawal.
• Skills in handling surgical drains, tracheostomy care, and wound/wound vac management.

Charting System

• Experience with Cerner is preferred.

Scrub Color

• Scrubs must be navy blue.