What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse (RN) – Cardiac Telemetry Unit | Nationally Recognized Heart Program position at The Staff Pad?
The Staff Pad is proud to partner Aspirus Wassau Hospital to recruit Registered Nurses for a high-acuity Cardiac Telemetry Unit in Wausau, Wisconsin.
This opportunity is ideal for nurses looking to strengthen their critical care experience while caring for complex cardiac, vascular, and pulmonary patients in a collaborative step-down environment.
Known for its nationally recognized cardiovascular program, Aspirus also provides advanced care in orthopedics, cancer, trauma and emergency medicine, women's health, and neurological and spine care.
Serving communities across Wisconsin, Michigan's Upper Peninsula, and northeastern Minnesota, you'll join a team committed to exceptional patient care, teamwork, continuous learning, and professional growth.
Schedule: Full-Time | 0.9 FTE (72 Hours per Pay Period)
- 12-hour shifts | Every 3rd weekend | Two holidays per year
- 3:00 AM – 3:00 PM | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | 3:00 PM – 3:00 AM | 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
What We Are Looking For
Experience & Qualifications
- Associate Degree in Nursing required; BSN preferred
- Active Wisconsin and/or Michigan RN license
- Current BLS (CPR) certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire
- ACLS required within six months of hire
- Strong commitment to teamwork, learning, and exceptional patient care
What You’ll Do
- Provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients requiring continuous cardiac monitoring in a 44-bed Cardiac Telemetry step-down unit
- Assess, monitor, and respond to changes in patient condition, utilizing critical thinking and clinical judgment
- Care for patients recovering from heart, vascular, and lung procedures and surgeries
- Manage and monitor patients with complex cardiac and pulmonary conditions, including:
- Acute coronary syndrome, Myocardial infarction & Cardiac arrhythmias
- Congestive heart failure, Cardiomyopathy & Pulmonary embolism
- Pulmonary hypertension, Pneumothorax, Emphysema & Hypertensive urgency
- Peripheral vascular disease & valvular heart disease
- Administer medications, treatments, and interventions in accordance with evidence-based practice and physician orders
- Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans
- Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatments, medications, and discharge planning
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation while ensuring compliance with hospital policies and quality standards
- Promote patient safety, quality outcomes, and compassionate, patient-centered care in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
Why You'll Love This Role
- Gain valuable experience in a fast-paced, high-acuity cardiac unit
- Collaborate closely with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams
- Work in a culture that values teamwork, learning, and professional growth
- Enjoy flexible scheduling options
- Earn seniority benefits, including preferred shifts, additional weekend trade opportunities, and every 4th weekend rotation after five years
What You Can Expect
Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future.
- Competitive compensation
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Life insurance for employees, spouses, and dependent children
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal leave, sick time, and holidays
- Retirement savings plan
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Comprehensive wellness program with spouse participation
If you're ready to advance your nursing career in a nationally recognized cardiac program while working with a team that values compassion, collaboration, and clinical excellence, we'd love to connect with you.