Registered Nurse (RN) – Med/Surg Telemetry

Job Details

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Med/Surg Telemetry to join our team. The role primarily involves providing care to patients with various medical conditions in a fast-paced environment.

Shift Information

• Shift: Night 4×12-Hour (18:45 – 07:15)
• Ratios: 1:6
• Weekend Requirement: Every Other
• Float Requirement: May be required to float to other locations as needed

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients, including vital sign monitoring and patient assessments.
• Interpret dysrhythmias and manage patients on telemetry units.
• Utilize Rapid Response/Code teams effectively.
• Manage care for patients with bowel obstructions, colostomy/ileostomy needs, and feeding tubes.
• Oversee pre/post-procedural care, including hemodialysis and surgical recovery.
• Administer blood products and manage central and peripheral lines.
• Perform phlebotomy and support in IV management, including the use of heparin and insulin protocols.
• Maintain airway management through interventions such as BiPAP/CPAP, HFNC, and tracheostomy care.
• Implement wound care and manage wounds with VAC therapy.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in Med/Surg or Telemetry settings.
• Traveler experience acceptable; unit welcomes first-time travelers.
• Charge experience preferred, but not required.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) is required.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification is preferred.

Patient Diagnoses

Expected patient demographics may include, but are not limited to:

• Diabetes
• Dementia
• COVID-19
• Pneumonia
• COPD
• Sepsis
• Encephalopathy
• GI Bleed
• Anemia
• Hip Fractures
• Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
• Urinary Tract Infections (UTI)
• Renal Failure
• Hypertension
• Cellulitis
• Failure to Thrive

Additional Information

Contract staff may be required to work as part of a Storm Team or Hurricane Team during catastrophic events, mass casualty situations, or disasters. All staff must be prepared to respond to such needs promptly.

Unit Systems

• Medication: Pyxis
• Documentation: Electronic documentation system

Orientation

A 24-hour orientation is provided for all new staff members.

Dress Code

Standard scrubs are navy blue or white.

Interview Availability

Please provide availability for interviews upon application submission. Candidates will meet with the hiring manager prior to any offers being made.