Registered Nurse / Med-Surg Telemetry

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse with experience in Med-Surg and Telemetry to join our team. This role involves working with a diverse patient population in a fast-paced environment, providing compassionate care and expert clinical judgment.

Shift Information

• Schedule: 3×12-hour shifts
• Shift Timing: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM

Weekend Requirements

Every other weekend availability is required for this position.

Floating Requirements

All nurses may be required to float within their scope of care to meet facility needs, including the possibility of floating between similar units.

Time Off Restrictions

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

Patient Ratios

The patient-to-nurse ratio is 1:5.

Experience Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years of Registered Nurse experience is required.
• Experience in Med-Surg and Telemetry is required.
• Experience in both teaching and community hospital environments is preferred.
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply.

Certifications Required

• ACLS and BLS certification are required.
• All RNs will complete a pass/fail exam during orientation for telemetry interpretation.

Local Candidates

Local candidates are accepted for this position.

Licensure Requirements

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

Unit Information

• This position is located in a Med-Surg/Telemetry unit.
• The unit has an average daily census of approximately 40 patients.
• Patient population includes both adult and geriatric patients requiring cardiac monitoring.
• Unit orientation includes approximately 24 hours, with two orientation days spent on the unit.

Additional Experience Requirements

• Strong telemetry and dysrhythmia interpretation/management experience is required.
• Experience with on-unit and remote telemetry monitoring is essential.
• Must have Rapid Response/Code Team experience.
• Pre/post cardiac catheterization experience is necessary.
• Experience with blood product administration, central line, peripheral line, and PICC line management is required.
• Knowledge of heparin protocol and non-titratable cardiac drips is essential.
• Experience in feeding tube management, PCA, seizure disorder, and substance withdrawal is required.
• Understanding of surgical drains, tracheostomy, and wound/wound vac management is essential.

Charting System

Experience with Cerner is preferred.

Scrub Colors

The designated scrub color is navy blue.