Profession: RN

Specialty: Tele

Unit: Mercy

Shift: 19:00-07:00

Start Date: 03/25/2024

Job Duration: 13

Summary:

• Telemetry nurse monitors cardiac patients vital signs to ensure they remain in stable condition and receive the care they need should their symptoms worsen.
• Telemetry nurses are trained medical professionals that operate and read electrocardiograms. Provide care for critically ill patients, monitor and administer medications, along with titrating IV medications.
• Reports to Supervisor of Unit.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.
• Prepares and administers (orally, subcutaneously, through an IV) and records prescribed medications.
• Reports adverse reactions to medications or treatments in accordance with the policy regarding.
• The administration of medications by a licensed registered nurse.
• Monitors and adjusts specialized equipment used on patients, and interprets and records electronic displays.
• Identifies irregular telemetry readings and notifies appropriate medical team members.
• Initiates corrective action whenever information from monitoring equipment shows adverse symptomatology. Provides basic, bedside care.
• Initiates patient education plan, as prescribed by physician.
• Teaches patients and significant others how to manage their illness/injury, by explaining: post-treatment home care needs, diet/nutrition/exercise programs, self-administration of medication and rehabilitation.
• Proficient in performing and interpreting of EKG, able to recognize Lethal Rhythms Records patients’ medical information and vital signs.
• Prepares equipment and aids physician during examination and treatment of patient.
• Responds to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocol.
• Records all care information concisely, accurately and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format and on the appropriate forms.
• Performs other position-related duties as assigned, depending on assignment setting.

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, with current licensure in good standing.
• Minimum of one year of current Telemetry experience in a hospital setting.
• Evidence of current AHA BLS and AHA ACLS mandatory.

JOB ID LR: 805027

Job Types: Travel nursing, Contract, Temporary

Pay: $2,300.00 - $2,400.00 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Telemetry

Physical setting:

• Acute care

Standard shift:

• Night shift

Supplemental schedule:

• Holidays

Weekly schedule:

• 3x12

Experience:

• Nursing: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• RN (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Springfield, MO: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: On the road