Registered Nurse (RN) - Telemetry Unit

Glens Falls Hospital • Glens Falls, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN), you'll care for adult patients requiring continuous cardiac and physiological monitoring for a variety of acute medical, cardiovascular, and neurological conditions. You'll collaborate with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care while utilizing advanced telemetry technology to monitor patient status, recognize changes in condition, and support timely clinical interventions. This dynamic unit offers the opportunity to strengthen your critical-thinking skills while caring for a diverse and medically complex patient population.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Registered Professional Nursing Program.
• Active, unrestricted New York State (NYS) RN License.
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification (or obtained at time of hire).
• CIT / De-escalation Training (Required upon hire/orientation for Behavioral Health, Emergency Department, and Crisis Services units).
• Excellent clinical judgment, rapid problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to remain calm and effective during medical emergencies.
• Ability to recognize patient care problems and to react appropriately in patient care emergencies.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing with other nursing personnel, patients, and physicians.
• Ability to complete basic mathematical calculations.
• Strong working knowledge of standard healthcare reporting and quality measures.

Nice To Haves

• BSN preferred.
• ACLS Certification (Required before the completion of clinical orientation if assigned to: Critical Care, Emergency Department, PACU, Snuggery, Cardiovascular Lab, Interventional Radiology, GI Center, or Urgent Care).
• PALS Certification (Required before the completion of clinical orientation if assigned to: Emergency Department or PACU).
• Stroke Certification Education (Required upon hire and annually if assigned to: Emergency Department, Critical Care, or Tower 6 Telemetry/Neuroscience Unit).

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centered nursing care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of individualized care plans.
• Coordinate care with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members to promote positive clinical outcomes and seamless transitions of care.
• Monitor patient conditions, implement appropriate interventions, and adjust care plans based on changing needs and treatment goals.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, self-care, and discharge instructions.
• Utilize electronic health record systems to document care accurately and maintain compliance with organizational standards.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds, communicate effectively with team members, and ensure safe patient handoffs.
• Delegate and supervise nursing support staff appropriately while maintaining accountability for patient care delivery.
• Support a culture of safety, teamwork, quality improvement, and professional excellence through active participation in unit and organizational initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive signing incentives available
• Premium pay rates applied directly to evening and overnight hours
• Direct cash payouts awarded upon achieving specialty clinical certifications
• Structured advancement paths that directly elevate and reward your professional growth
• Comprehensive continuing education funding to advance your degree or specialization
• Formalized guidance programs tailored to support your long-term career aspirations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree