About This Role
This travel nursing position focuses on providing comprehensive patient care in a telemetry unit, with an emphasis on continuous cardiac monitoring and assessment. The role involves evaluating patient health, implementing specialized care plans, administering treatments, and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care for individuals with cardiac conditions.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms, vital signs, and other telemetry data to detect abnormalities and respond appropriately
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques, with a focus on cardiac care
- Prepare equipment and aid physician during cardiac-related procedures and examinations
- Maintain awareness of comfort and safety needs of telemetry patients
- Observe patient, record significant conditions and reactions, and notify supervisor or physician of patient's cardiac status and response to interventions
- Respond to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols specific to cardiac emergencies
- Document nursing history and physical assessment for assigned telemetry patients
- Initiate patient education plans according to individualized needs, focusing on cardiac health, risk factors, and lifestyle modifications
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care for telemetry patients
- Maintain confidentiality of patients and client
- Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice
- Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards
Requirements
- One year of recent experience as a Telemetry RN
- Current Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
- Current BLS Certification (AHA/ARC)
- Current ACLS Certification
- Critical thinking, service excellence, and good interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language
- Ability to read/comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions, and proficiency in PC skills
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position, move about, move equipment (50-100lbs), push, pull, and bend
- Must be able to work effectively with a variety of personnel (professional and ancillary) to present a positive attitude and professionalism
- Must have the ability to grasp, perform fine manipulation, push/pull, and move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department equipment
- Must be able to cope with frequent contact with the general public and customers while meeting deadlines under pressure