Registered Nurse (RN) – Med/Surg/Telemetry

Position Overview: We are seeking a skilled Registered Nurse (RN) for a Med/Surg/Telemetry unit, providing care in a fast-paced environment. The candidate will demonstrate expertise in multiple clinical areas and will be committed to maintaining high standards of patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide care to patients in Med/Surg, MS/Tele, and Telemetry settings.
• Monitor cardiac rhythms, interpret dysrhythmias, and respond to emergencies using rapid response and code teams.
• Administer IV insulin, manage bariatric surgery patients, and care for patients with bowel obstructions and colostomy/ileostomy needs.
• Conduct continuous bladder irrigation and manage hemodialysis pre and post-care.
• Perform IV therapy and phlebotomy, including managing ports and administering blood products.
• Administer medications, including heparin, insulin, and various cardiac drips.
• Provide neurological and psychiatric care for patients post-CVA and others with substance withdrawal.
• Manage respiratory care, including the use of chest tubes, BiPAP/CPAP, and oxygen administration.
• Implement isolation precautions and perform wound care, including the use of Wound VAC.
• Utilize Epic for documentation and communicate effectively using SBAR.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience required.
• Experience in a teaching hospital or community hospital preferred.
• Certifications required: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, MOAB.
• Specific skills in managing endocrine conditions, neurological disorders, and respiratory care preferred.

Work Environment:

• Patient ratios of 1:6, with the possibility of 1:5 based on patient volume.
• Shifts are structured around 12-hour days.
• May be required to float to other units based on organizational needs.
• Every other weekend commitment required.
• All contract staff will participate in Storm and Hurricane Teams, and be expected to report during catastrophic events.

Orientation and Equipment:

• Orientation lasts 12 hours.
• Standard medical equipment includes cardiac monitors, IV pumps, and other relevant tools.

If you are a dedicated and skilled Registered Nurse with a passion for providing excellent patient care in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply.