Registered Nurse (RN) - Telemetry Unit
About The Position
The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Telemetry Unit is accountable for organizing, managing, and delivering comprehensive nursing care to an assigned group of patients within the scope of the New York State Nurse Practice Act. The RN provides patient-centered care, coordinates with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members, monitors changing patient conditions, and contributes to safe, effective transitions of care. The role includes shared coverage for overnight shifts, with collaborative scheduling intended to make shift distribution fair and predictable; some listed units are first shift only (T2, T3, 4W, T6). Glens Falls Hospital is a Magnet-designated organization emphasizing shared governance, engaged leadership, and a collaborative clinical environment. The organization offers a clinical ladder, tuition reimbursement, and dedicated mentorship to support professional growth. Compensation is $38.00–$62.74 per hour, determined case by case based on experience, education, and certifications. Competitive sign-on incentives may be available, evening and overnight shift differentials apply, and cash payouts are offered for achieving specialty clinical certifications.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Registered Professional Nursing Program.
- Active, unrestricted New York State RN License.
- Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, or obtain it at time of hire.
- Excellent clinical judgment, rapid problem-solving abilities, and ability to remain calm and effective during medical emergencies.
- Ability to recognize patient care problems and respond appropriately to patient care emergencies.
- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with nursing personnel, patients, and physicians.
- Ability to complete basic mathematical calculations.
- Strong working knowledge of standard healthcare reporting and quality measures.
- Associate degree hires must complete a BSN within 5 years; RNs with 20 or more years of experience may substitute an advanced certification for the BSN requirement.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is preferred.
- Hospital-approved verbal crisis intervention/de-escalation training is required upon hire or orientation for Behavioral Health, Emergency Department, and Crisis Services units.
- ACLS certification is required before completion of clinical orientation for staff assigned to Critical Care, Emergency Department, PACU, Snuggery, Cardiovascular Lab, Interventional Radiology, GI Center, or Urgent Care.
- PALS certification is required before completion of clinical orientation for staff assigned to the Emergency Department or PACU.
- Stroke Certification Education is required upon hire and annually for staff assigned to the 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 about diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, self-care, and discharge instructions.
- Use electronic health record systems to document care accurately and comply 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.
- Participate in unit and organizational initiatives that support safety, teamwork, quality improvement, and professional excellence.
Benefits
- Competitive sign-on incentives may be available, subject to eligibility at time of offer.
- Evening and overnight shift differentials.
- Cash payouts for achieving specialty clinical certifications.
- Structured clinical ladder and advancement paths.
- Tuition reimbursement and continuing education funding.
- Dedicated mentorship programs.
- Competitive benefits offerings are available to active full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week; specific benefits are referenced in the linked benefits guide.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
