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

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) for a telemetry unit. The successful candidate will provide exceptional patient care, adhering to evidence-based practices.

Unit Information

Unit Name: Tele 4SW

• Unit Type: Telemetry
• Bed Capacity: 32 private beds
• Nurse to Patient Ratios: 1:4 for telemetry patients; 1:5 for MedSurg patients

Shifts and Scheduling

• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Shift Type: Nights, every other weekend, first to float
• Weekend Requirements: Four weekend shifts in a four-week schedule (Friday/Saturday for nights; Saturday/Sunday for days)
• Holiday Requirements: One major and one minor holiday minimum

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience
• Required Certifications: ACLS, BLS (AHA), NIHSS
• Cerner experience preferred

Patient Care Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with a diverse patient population, including:

• Acute and chronic medical conditions
• Post-surgical patients, including bariatrics and total joints
• Pediatrics, GYN, podiatry, and general surgery patients
• Stroke patients and non-titratable drip management
• Potential oncology patients

Technical Skills

• Must be able to read and interpret cardiac rhythms; GE Monitors are used on this unit
• No titration of medications required; set rate drips include Cardizem, Amiodarone, and Heparin

Resources and Support

• Charge Nurse and House Supervisor availability 24/7; Nurse Manager during normal business hours
• CNAs available based on census and patient needs
• Patients may require CPAP or BiPAP as per RT and MD orders; no vent support available

Unit Expectations

The unit promotes a warm and welcoming environment. Staff members must uphold best practices, including:

• Bedside shift reporting
• Intentional hourly rounding
• Comprehensive medication education, including side effects

This is a fast-paced unit with high admission and discharge rates due to surgical volume. Attendance and punctuality are strictly enforced.

Location

This position is located in a facility within the region of City, State.