Clinical Supervisor Telemetry

Prime Healthcare•Blue Springs, MO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Telemetry Charge Nurse or Clinical Supervisor, sometimes referred to as a Telemetry Unit Charge Nurse or Tele Charge RN. A Tele Charge Registered Nurse oversees nursing operations on our telemetry unit, coordinating staff assignments, managing patient care, and ensuring continuous cardiac monitoring is safely conducted. They serve as both a clinical expert and team leader, handling emergencies, facilitating communication, and supporting both patients and staff.

Requirements

Current and valid Missouri Registered Nurse license.
Current Basic Life Support certificate (BLS) upon hire and maintain current.
Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) upon hire and maintain current.
Minimum of 2 years of clinical nursing experience.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
1 year in a supervisory or leadership role preferred.
Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certificate preferred for Intensive Care.
Professional Certification within 2 years of hire, preferred.

Responsibilities

Assign nursing staff to patients based on patient acuity, nurse experience, and current workload.
Monitor overall operations of the telemetry unit during the shift, ensuring workflow efficiency and patient safety.
Provide hands-on care for high-acuity or deteriorating patients when needed, including administering medications and treatments.
Interpret cardiac telemetry strips, identify arrhythmias, and initiate appropriate interventions or escalations.
Act as the go-to person for clinical issues, staff concerns, or resource shortages during the shift.