Cardiac Telemetry Registered Nurse (Cardiac Care RN)
About The Position
A high-acuity cardiac telemetry and progressive cardiac care unit in Kansas City is seeking Cardiac Care Registered Nurses (RNs) to support a fast-paced cardiovascular patient population within a major Level I Trauma and STEMI-capable hospital environment. This unit provides exposure to complex cardiac and post-procedural patients, including open-heart recovery, post-cardiac catheterization care, pacemaker/AICD management, ablations, and cardiovascular surgical patients. The role is ideal for nurses seeking strong cardiac progression opportunities, advanced telemetry exposure, and experience caring for critically ill cardiovascular patients within a collaborative team-based environment. Unit Highlights: * Cardiac telemetry and progressive cardiac care focus * Comprehensive STEMI and stroke-capable facility * Exposure to: Open-heart recovery patients, Post-cardiac catheterization patients, Pacemaker/AICD placements, Cardiac ablations, Cardiovascular surgical recovery * Nurse-to-patient ratios: Typically 1:3–1:5 (Maximum assignment capped at 5 patients) * Team-oriented and fast-paced clinical environment
Requirements
- Active Missouri RN license
- Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing
- BLS certification upon hire
- ACLS certification within 6 months
- Minimum 1 year of acute care cardiac nursing or related experience
- Strong communication, organizational, and critical thinking skills
Nice To Haves
- Cardiac telemetry or progressive care experience
- Post-open-heart recovery experience
- STEMI or cardiovascular surgical patient exposure
- Prior acute care hospital experience
Responsibilities
- Deliver patient-centered nursing care to cardiac telemetry and cardiovascular recovery patients
- Monitor and assess patients recovering from cardiac procedures and cardiovascular surgeries
- Administer medications, telemetry monitoring, and cardiac-related interventions
- Recognize and respond rapidly to changes in patient condition
- Collaborate with cardiologists, cardiovascular surgeons, intensivists, and interdisciplinary teams
- Educate patients and families regarding cardiac recovery, medications, and discharge planning
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and support evidence-based cardiac nursing practices
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid family leave eligibility
- Tuition assistance and certification support
- Employee wellness and mental health resources
- Career advancement opportunities within cardiovascular nursing
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
