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

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) to join our dynamic healthcare team. The ideal candidate will have experience in telemetry nursing and be proficient in reading and interpreting cardiac rhythms. This position requires critical thinking and compassionate patient care.

Unit Information

• Unit Type: Telemetry
• Number of Beds: 31 (11 private & 10 semi-private)
• Nurse to Patient Ratio: 1:4
• Electronic Medical Records: Cerner
• Weekend Requirement: 4 shifts out of a 4-week schedule
• Holidays: Must work into the holiday rotation
• Scrub Color: Navy blue (including undershirts and jackets)

Shift Details

• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Shifts: 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM

Qualifications

• Years of Experience: Minimum of 2 years
• Required Certifications:
  • ACLS
  • BLS Certification
  • NIHSS

Patient Population

The Telemetry unit manages a variety of patients, including:

• Post pacemaker patients
• Patients on hemodialysis
• New onset atrial fibrillation (AFib) or rapid ventricular response (RVR)
• Step down patients from ICU
• Urology and oncology patients with cardiac issues
• Patients with strokes, traumatic brain injuries (TBI), and sepsis

Additional Information

• Floating Requirements: Travelers are the first to float and may work in medical-surgical telemetry or emergency department holds.
• Support Staff: Includes nurse aides and respiratory therapy available 24/7.
• Orientation: 1-2 shifts with a preceptor for floor-specific orientation.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious professional seeking to make a difference in patient care within a supportive and well-equipped environment.