TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Med/Surg / Tele RN in Charleston, West Virginia, 25304!
Job Title: Medical Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse
Profession: Registered Nurse
Specialty: Medical Surgical/Telemetry
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Night
Hours per Shift: 12 hours
Experience:
- Minimum of 2 years of RN experience
- 1 year of in-specialty experience preferred
License:
- RN License required
Certifications:
- BLS/BCLS required
- ACLS preferred
Must-Have:
- Proficiency in interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
- Experience in procedural sedation administration/monitoring
- Telemetry experience
Description:
The role involves providing care to adult and geriatric patient populations.
You will work with patients experiencing cardiac issues, including acute myocardial infarction, unstable angina, congestive heart failure, and unstable arrhythmias.
The unit manages CVA surgical patients and has a focus on observation with a high turnaround of 36 hours or less.
You will be responsible for managing an average of 5 patients, with potential to adjust to 6 or 7 patients in certain situations.
Experience with post-cardiac catheterization and post-angiogram PTCA is required.
You will need proficiency in administering and monitoring required drips such as heparin, cardizem, amiodarone, dobutamine, dopamine, and nitroglycerin.
The ability to float to like units may be necessary.
A positive attitude and a willingness to be part of a team are essential for success in this role.
Requests for time off during major holidays will be limited.
Weekend shifts will be required every other weekend.
Candidates should discuss any requests for time off with the manager during the interview process.