Registered Nurse (RN) – Telemetry

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Telemetry to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical skills and have a passion for delivering high-quality healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess patients in a telemetry setting, ensuring their safety and comfort.
• Administer medications and manage IV cardiac medications and continuous infusions.
• Provide care and support for patients experiencing acute strokes and other critical care conditions.
• Utilize Epic for charting and documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with hospital policies.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to deliver comprehensive patient care.
• Participate in ongoing education and training to enhance clinical skills.

Qualifications

• Current New York State Nursing License.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications.
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification preferred; can be obtained prior to starting.
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience; at least 1 year of recent telemetry/stepdown experience is preferred.
• Ability to read cardiac rhythms and successfully pass a hospital proctored test with a minimum of 80% accuracy in rhythm identification and 100% accuracy in identifying critical rhythms.
• Experience managing critical drips and familiarity with stroke care and management is a plus.
• Flu vaccine or approved exemption required.

Work Environment

This position will operate on a telemetry unit with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4-5. The shift will be nights, working three 12-hour shifts per week.

Additional Information

Candidates must reside outside a specified radius from the facility, as local rules apply regarding travel nursing contracts. Please inquire for further details.