Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN
Fort Smith, AR
LanceSoft
3x12 hrs, Nights

Position Summary
A leading acute care hospital in Fort Smith, AR is seeking an experienced Travel Registered Nurse (RN) specialising in Medical Surgical and Telemetry nursing. The RN will provide high-quality, patient-centred care to adult patients requiring continuous cardiac monitoring. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong clinical expertise, sound judgement, and the ability to adapt quickly to a fast-paced inpatient environment.

Key Responsibilities
• Deliver safe, evidence-based nursing care to medical-surgical and telemetry patients
• Perform continuous cardiac rhythm monitoring and accurately interpret telemetry data
• Administer medications, IV therapies, and treatments as ordered by providers
• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualised care plans
• Monitor patient conditions and promptly respond to clinical changes
• Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately in the electronic health record
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary care teams
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, medications, and discharge plans
• Respond to emergencies and initiate appropriate interventions
• Adhere to infection control, patient safety, and regulatory standards

Required Qualifications
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (Arkansas or compact)
• Minimum of 2 years of recent Medical-Surgical and/or Telemetry experience
• Current AHA BLS certification
• Strong cardiac rhythm interpretation and telemetry monitoring skills

Preferred Skills
• Experience with Epic EMR
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and time management skills
• Ability to adapt quickly to new clinical environments
 

Dress Code
• Scrub Color: Black
• Closed-toe shoes required