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Registered Nurse - Telemetry

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct patient care while assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating individualized care plans.
• Administer prescribed medications, including Heparin, Insulin, PCA therapies, and cardiac drips (non-titrating) according to established protocols.
• Perform and maintain IV therapy, including starting and maintaining peripheral IVs.
• Access, manage, and maintain implanted ports, PICC lines, and central venous access devices.
• Perform central line blood draws and peripheral specimen collection/phlebotomy as needed.
• Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms and telemetry data; promptly report significant changes in patient condition.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies and activate Rapid Response or Code Teams when necessary.
• Manage patients requiring oxygen therapy, including nasal cannula administration and oxygen tank management.
• Provide care for patients with neurological conditions, including cerebrovascular accidents (CVA/stroke).
• Care for patients with renal conditions, including renal failure and continuous bladder irrigation (CBI) when applicable.
• Assist with feeding tube care and management.
• Perform wound care and wound vacuum (Wound Vac) management as indicated.
• Maintain strict adherence to infection prevention practices, isolation precautions, and PPE requirements.
• Accurately document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the electronic medical record.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, therapists, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient outcomes.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatments, medications, and discharge planning.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and patient-centered care environment.
   

Required Qualifications:

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
• Current BLS certification.
• Experience in Medical-Surgical nursing.
• Knowledge of telemetry monitoring and cardiac patient care.
• Experience with IV therapy, peripheral line care, medication administration, and oxygen therapy.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and teamwork skills.
   

Preferred Certifications:

• ACLS
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention)
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Experience in Med/Surg, MS/Telemetry, and Telemetry Units
   

Work Environment:

• Medical-Surgical Units
• MS/Telemetry Units
• Telemetry Units
• Fast-paced acute care setting
• Collaborative interdisciplinary healthcare team