Med Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse
Crescent City, CA
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Opportunity:

RN - Med Surg Tele

Job Details:

• Provide direct nursing care for patients of all age/developmental stages using the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation
• Manage care of assigned patients and direct activities of ancillary staff
• Patient ratio of 5:1 for days, nights, and weekends
• Self-scheduling with weekend coverage required
• Call required depending on census
• 36 hours of orientation provided
• One pre-approved time off request allowed, only one holiday will be approved
• 2 years of nursing experience required for submission
• Required certifications: BLS, PALS, ACLS (all must be AHA certified)
• California RN license required at time of submission
• Epic charting system experience required
• Community hospital experience preferred
• Must be available for lab work within 3-5 days of signing
• 7-year work history verification required
• Skills include telemetry monitoring, accessing/managing ports, phlebotomy, PCA pumps, tracheostomy care, ABG interpretation, dysrhythmia management, blood product administration, central line care, IV management, heparin protocols, wound care, and isolation precautions
• Care for patients with diagnoses including CHF, COPD, diabetes, CVA, pneumonia, sepsis, and post-surgical conditions
• Work with interdisciplinary team including physical therapy, respiratory services, pharmacy, and rapid response teams

Facility:

This coastal healthcare facility operates a 24-bed medical surgical telemetry unit with a daily census of approximately 17 patients. The facility provides comprehensive care for patients across all age groups including adolescents, adults, pediatrics, and geriatrics. The organization emphasizes quality patient care with strong interdisciplinary support services and maintains modern technology including Epic charting systems to ensure efficient and effective patient management.

Location:

Crescent City, CA

Crescent City offers a unique coastal lifestyle in Northern California, situated along the scenic Pacific coastline with access to beautiful beaches and redwood forests. The area provides an excellent work-life balance with outdoor recreation opportunities including hiking, fishing, and exploring nearby state and national parks, making it an ideal location for healthcare professionals seeking a peaceful coastal community.