Telemetry RN
Bakersfield, CA
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

We are seeking a Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) to join our dynamic healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess strong telemetry skills and demonstrate the ability to provide high-quality patient care on a telemetry unit.

Unit Overview

• Unit: 4W Telemetry
• Number of Beds: 31 (11 private & 10 semi-private)
• Patient Ratio: 1 nurse to 4 patients
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Cerner

Role Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care for patients requiring telemetry monitoring.
• Read and interpret cardiac rhythms.
• Administer and manage CPAP or BiPAP as directed by respiratory therapy.
• Collaborate with hospitalist or intensivist available onsite.
• Participate in an on-call rotation as assigned for after-hours support.
• Work effectively with a team, including nurse aides on shift.

Qualifications

• Years of Experience: Minimum 2 years in a telemetry environment.
• Certifications:
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  • National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS)

Shift Requirements

• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Weekend Requirement: 4 shifts per 4-week schedule, with night shifts typically on Friday/Saturday.
• Holidays: Expected to work into the permanent staff holiday rotation, including 1 major holiday and 1 minor holiday annually.

Additional Information

• Scrub Color: Navy blue. Scrub jackets, undershirts (navy, white, or black), must also adhere to this color scheme.
• Floating: Travelers will be the first to float based on unit needs, possibly to medical-surgical units or additional telemetry areas.
• Orientation: 1-2 shifts with a preceptor for floor-specific training.
• Patient Population: Includes post-pacemaker patients, those on hemodialysis, stroke patients, TBI, and higher acuity cases.

If you are passionate about providing exceptional patient care in a telemetry setting, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.