Cardiac Tele RN
Wilmington, NC
Pulse Healthcare Services
4x12 hrs, Nights

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Cardiac Telemetry Registered Nurse to join our dynamic healthcare team. This role is essential in providing high-quality care to patients with cardiac conditions in a fast-paced telemetry unit.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and assess patients with various cardiac conditions, including Congestive Heart Failure and Arrhythmias.
• Administer cardiac drips and medications as prescribed, including Dobutamine, Amiodarone, and Milrinone.
• Assist with procedures such as sheath pulls and TR band applications.
• Maintain accurate patient records utilizing EPIC and SBAR communication tools.
• Participate in a team-oriented environment, providing support to colleagues as needed.
• Fulfill responsibilities during catastrophic events, mass casualty situations, or disasters as required.

Qualifications:

• Active ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications are required.
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience is required.
• Strong background in Cardiac Telemetry, Progressive Care Unit (PCU), Intermediate Care (IMC), and Stepdown nursing is essential.
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing patient needs.

Job Details:

• Shift: 12-hour night shifts from 18:45 to 07:15.
• Contracts available for 36 or 48 hours, with options for longer lengths of 13-26 weeks.
• Floating to different units may be required based on staff needs.
• Weekend shifts: 5-6 shifts required over a 6-week scheduling period.
• Patient-to-nurse ratio of 1:5-6.

Orientation and Scrubs:

• 24 hours of unit orientation provided.
• Scrubs: Navy color required.

Qualified candidates will be invited for an interview prior to the final offer. Additional EKG testing must be passed before the start in this specialty.