Registered Nurse (RN) - Telemetry
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our Telemetry team. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive patient care in a dynamic hospital environment while ensuring adherence to established protocols and standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality patient care in the telemetry unit, monitoring vital signs and patient status.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, documenting all care provided.
- Collaborate with healthcare team members to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Educate patients and their families about health management and care options.
- Maintain accurate and timely patient records in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
- Participate in ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
Schedule Details
- 12-hour shifts, Days from 0645 to 1915.
- Every other weekend required.
- Holidays required, unless specified in request time off (RTO).
Orientation Schedule
New hires will participate in a comprehensive orientation program, which includes:
- Two days of orientation at a designated facility.
- Clinical orientation and training at multiple locations.
- Completion of mandatory computer-based training.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 1 year of telemetry nursing experience is required.
- Preferred: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- Valid RN license in Missouri or under a Compact nursing agreement.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications.
Additional Information
This is a smoke-free facility. The role requires flexibility for floating to various units as needed.
