About The Position

A tertiary care hospital is seeking an experienced Medical-Surgical / Telemetry Registered Nurse to support a complex care unit serving medical patients, orthopedic overflow, and long-term complex cases. The RN will deliver comprehensive patient care, monitor telemetry on the unit, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Requirements

  • Active New York State RN license in hand (required; no exceptions)
  • Minimum 2 years of MS/Tele experience
  • Previous charge nurse experience required
  • Experience managing 1:6 patient ratios ; must be able to take 1:5–1:7 for Med-Surg
  • Proficiency with EPIC charting system
  • Ability to float to other qualified units as needed
  • Certifications BLS required

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct nursing care to MS/Tele patients with complex medical and orthopedic needs
  • Monitor and interpret telemetry data on the unit
  • Utilize Rapid Response and Code Teams appropriately
  • Manage pacemakers (temporary and permanent)
  • Perform and manage feeding tube care
  • Administer blood products and manage central lines, PICC lines, and peripheral IVs
  • Initiate IVs and manage heparin protocols
  • Provide care for orthopedic trauma and total joint replacement patients
  • Manage surgical drains and advanced oxygen delivery systems (HFNC, nasal cannula, face masks, portable oxygen tanks)
  • Perform tracheostomy care and management
  • Follow isolation precautions and provide wound care, including wound vac management
  • Document all care accurately using EPIC
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