What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse - Cardiac Telemetry - Stockbridge, GA position at Precision Healthcare?
CARDIAC TELEMETRY
Job Title: RN – Telemetry
Rate: Up to $1700.00.00 weekly
Location: Stockbridge, GA
Day Shift (12H)
Key Responsibilities
Continuous Monitoring: monitor patients' heart rates and rhythms using specialized telemetry equipment, detect and respond to any abnormal readings or changes in a patient's condition.
Patient Assessment: perform routine assessments of patients, including checking vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate, and oxygen levels. This helps in identifying any potential complications early.
Interpreting Data: analyze data from electrocardiograms (EKGs) and other monitoring devices to interpret cardiac rhythms and identify any irregularities that may require immediate medical attention.
Administering Medications: administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, ensuring that patients receive the appropriate care.
Patient Education: educate patients and their families about their conditions, treatment plans, and post-hospital care, including lifestyle changes and medication management.
Collaboration: work closely with other healthcare professionals, including physicians and specialists, to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
Emergency Response: trained to respond quickly, which may include administering cardioversion or defibrillation for patients experiencing cardiac arrest or severe arrhythmias.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education
- Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
Experience
- Prefer a minimum of one (1) year clinic experience
Licenses/Certifications
- Have and maintain current licensure as a Registered Nurse within the state of employment.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR certification.