Job Title: Cardiac Telemetry RN
Profession: Registered Nurse
Specialty: Cardiac Telemetry
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Night 3x12-Hour
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: 2 years minimum required
License: Active nursing license required
Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
Must-Have: Strong Cardiac Tele, PCU, IMC, Stepdown experience
First-time travelers accepted
Must pass EKG testing prior to start
Description:
The position is for a Cardiac Telemetry RN in a fast-paced unit focused on cardiac patient care.
You will monitor patients experiencing diagnoses such as congestive heart failure, arrhythmias, and pre/post cardiac catheterizations.
Responsibilities include managing cardiac drips and administering various medications.
Staff will work a ratio of 1:5-6, ensuring care delivery to each patient.
Weekend shifts are required, with an expectation of working 5-6 shifts over a 6-week scheduling period.
Staff may be required to float as needed within the facility.
The role requires adherence to call-off policies and participation in storm and hurricane teams.
Key skills include the ability to interpret dysrhythmias and manage both cardiac and vasoactive drips.
Teamwork and effective communication with interdisciplinary support resources are vital for success in this role.
Candidates are expected to manage isolation precautions and provide care with a patient-centered approach.