RN Med-Surg Telemetry
Asheville, North Carolina
Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus

Registered Nurse - Telemetry

Location: Asheville, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Information

• Unit: Adult Medical-Surgical (4 West)
• Number of Beds: 34
• Staffing (Day Shift): 1 Charge RN, 6-7 RNs, 3 CNAs, 1 HUC
• Staffing (Night Shift): 1 Charge RN, 5-7 RNs, 2 CNAs, 1 HUC
• Patient Ratios: Day shift 1:4-6, Night shift 1:5-7
• Floor: 4th Floor
• EMR System: Cerner

Job Description

• Provide nursing care for med-surg level patients with telemetry monitoring
• Assess patient condition and communicate changes in acuity to Charge RN, Manager, Rapid Response, or Provider
• Perform typical procedures including IV fluids, tube feedings, PEG feedings, IV antibiotics
• Participate as a team player, assisting CNAs and other nurses as needed
• Follow unit policies including attending shift huddles and adhering to clock-in/out procedures
• Work schedule includes every other weekend or approximately 6 weekend shifts per pay period

Required Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina
• Minimum 2 years of experience in telemetry nursing or med-surg specialty
• Certifications:

  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  • NIH Stroke Scale Certification

Skills and Competencies

• Telemetry rhythm interpretation capabilities
• Strong critical thinking and time management skills
• Ability to assess and respond to changes in patient acuity
• Good communication skills
• Punctual and reliable

Additional Information

• Dress Code: Navy blue scrubs
• Floating: May float to other med-surg units or holding pod of Emergency Department

Note: Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.