Registered Nurse Medical Surgical

St. John's Hospital•Leavenworth, KS

23h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Medical Surgical Telemetry RN, internally referred to as our Med/Tele RN at working in both the Med-Surg and Telemetry departments. A dedicated nurse specializing in attending to patients within Med/Surg units, especially those needing cardiac monitoring. Our RN is instrumental in overseeing the safety, comfort, and overall well-being of individuals needing cardiac surveillance during their hospitalization. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed. Shift’s Available: Variable Employment Type: Per Diem (PD/PRN) Hours: Variable Location: Saint John Hospital – Leavenworth, KS Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: Competitive compensation Medical insurance benefit plan 401K

Requirements

Must have current and valid license as a Registered Nurse issued by the State.
BCLS upon hire and maintain current.
Previous Acute Care hospital experience preferred.
ACLS within 30 days of hire and maintained current.

Responsibilities

Assess patients' conditions, including vital signs, cardiac rhythms, and overall health status, to create individualized care plans
Monitor patients' cardiac rhythms and vital signs using telemetry equipment, which allows for remote monitoring of patients' heart rates and rhythms
Communicate with the physician about changes in the patient's clinical condition, including cardiac monitoring, results of diagnostic studies, and symptomatology
Administer medications as prescribed by physicians, including intravenous medications, and monitor patients for any adverse reactions
Provide hands-on care to patients, including wound care, administering treatments, assisting with activities of daily living, and providing emotional support