Position Summary & Responsibilities
- Cardiac Monitoring: Interprets EKG/telemetry strips, identifies arrhythmias, and acts promptly on changes in vital signs.
- Patient Care: Provides comprehensive nursing care, including medication administration, wound care, and managing patient care plans for cardiovascular patients.
- Assessment & Action: Rapidly assesses patients, collaborating with specialists in a fast-paced environment.
- Documentation: Accurately documents cardiac data and patient interventions in Electronic Health Records (EHR).
- Communication: Educates patients and family members regarding procedures and post-hospital care.
Requirements
- Active RN license in Virginia or Compact state.
- BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification required.
- 1+ years of experience in telemetry, step-down, or ICU preferred.
- Strong critical thinking and rhythm interpretation skills.
About Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
As part of Sentara Health, this position offers the chance to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment focused on high-quality patient care and technological innovation
Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. M/F/D/V EOE