Telemetry Registered Nurse
Altoona, PA
ARMStaffing
3x12 hrs, Rotating

Professional Staff Nurse - Rotating Shift

Job Description

The Professional Staff Nurse is a Registered Nurse and a key member of the care delivery team. This role is pivotal in setting the standards for the level and quality of care provided to patients. The Professional Staff Nurse is accountable for managing and delivering patient care activities through independent judgment, effective communication, and collaboration with all team members.

Responsibilities

• Participate actively in departmental quality improvement efforts and identify opportunities for enhancing quality of care.
• Utilize evidence-based practices to support and improve clinical care, engaging in multidisciplinary discussions regarding patient care plans.
• Apply the nursing process within the framework of Relationship Based Care to create a therapeutic environment for patients.
• Demonstrate critical thinking while recognizing clinical, social, and psychological issues that may affect patient care.
• Communicate effectively with both caregivers and patients, ensuring comprehensive and precise documentation.
• Teach patients and families, providing resources and support to facilitate a smooth transition to different levels of care.
• Foster productive working relationships and demonstrate accountability and enthusiasm in patient interactions.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Registered Nurse (RN) License required; BSN preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience required.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS), and compliance with PA Act 31, 33, 34, and 73.

Schedule

This position involves a rotating shift with a commitment of 12-hour shifts, specifically three days per week.

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!