Telemetry Lead Registered Nurse RN

Trinity Health • Hartford, CT

1d • $36 - $60

About The Position

Position Purpose At Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center, the Registered Nurse – Cardiac Monitor Lead provides clinical leadership for cardiac monitoring services and ensures accurate interpretation of cardiac rhythms for patients on telemetry. This role serves as a clinical resource and mentor, supports regulatory and quality standards, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team to promote patient safety, excellent outcomes, and compassionate care.

About the Organization Founded in 1897, Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center is a 617-bed, Level I Trauma Center and a major teaching hospital serving Connecticut and the surrounding region. As part of Trinity Health Of New England and Trinity Health, we are proud to be one of the nation’s largest Catholic healthcare systems, united by a shared commitment to compassionate, high-quality care for all. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Connecticut
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN preferred)
• Minimum of three (3) years of critical care nursing background in cardiac telemetry
• Prior experience as a telemetry lead, charge nurse, or clinical preceptor
• Demonstrated proficiency in ECG interpretation and arrhythmia recognition

Nice To Haves

• Advanced knowledge of cardiac rhythms and arrhythmia management
• Ability to prioritize and multitask effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Current BLS certification; ACLS preferred (certification support available post-hire)
• Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills

Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor, analyze, and interpret cardiac rhythms using telemetry monitoring systems
• Recognize, validate, and escalate abnormal rhythms and life-threatening arrhythmias in a timely manner
• Communicate critical findings promptly to bedside nurses, providers, and rapid response teams
• Accurately document rhythm interpretations, communications, and interventions in the electronic medical record
• Support patient-centered care plans related to cardiac monitoring and telemetry needs
• Serve as the clinical lead and subject matter expert for cardiac monitoring/telemetry operations
• Provide mentoring, education, and ongoing clinical support to cardiac monitor technicians
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives focused on monitoring accuracy, response times, workflow efficiency, and patient safety

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees