Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac Telemetry - Multiple Shifts Available!
About The Position
The Registered Nurse works on Cardiac Telemetry, a fast-paced 44-bed unit caring for adults with acute cardiovascular insufficiencies and strokes. Teamwork, collaboration, critical thinking, education, and compassion support the unit’s efforts to create a welcoming environment for patients, colleagues, and the community. The nurse uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care, engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care. The role monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, collaborates with the care team, promotes safety, and evaluates patient, team, and unit outcomes. Nurses may administer medications and treatments, delegate appropriately, document in the EHR, and may float to other units or facilities within the designated service area as needed. Care must be appropriate to the ages and developmental needs of the patients served. The position requires an active RN license with practice privileges in the applicable state(s), BLS certification, and typically one year of clinical nursing experience. A BSN is preferred. The role involves frequent physical activity and may include exposure to hazardous materials, blood, body fluids, and communicable diseases; protective equipment must be worn as needed.
Requirements
- Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
- Typically requires one year of experience in clinical nursing.
- Strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills.
- Time-management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Proficiency with computer functions, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
- Ability to lift and support 35 pounds; push or pull with 30 pounds of force; and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
- Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures.
- Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines and perform physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
- Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
- Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).
Responsibilities
- Participate in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
- Use the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families through the continuum of care.
- Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence outcomes.
- Uphold and promote a culture of safety.
- Continuously evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed.
- Safely administer medications, treatments, and therapies according to clinical protocols and procedures, as applicable.
- Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, and foster collaboration and appropriate delegation.
- Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
- Follow the ANA Code of Ethics, make ethical decisions, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
- Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
- Maintain accurate and timely EHR documentation.
- Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required to meet patient care needs.
- Provide care appropriate to patients’ ages and developmental needs.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off programs
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
- Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay, based on the teammate’s job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- Programs that invest in career development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
