Key Responsibilities Float between up to 8 different Med/Surg Telemetry units throughout the facility, including ED border assignments, acute mental health medication nurse roles, and care for non-vented ICU transfer-ready patients. Perform continuous cardiac monitoring, interpret telemetry strips every 4 hours, and measure cardiac intervals.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Salem, MA
Description
Job Title
Float Pool Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse
Location
Salem, MA
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | 36 Hours per Week | Days/Evenings/Nights Rotating with Every Other Weekend | Onsite
Key Responsibilities
Float between up to 8 different Med/Surg Telemetry units throughout the facility, including ED border assignments, acute mental health medication nurse roles, and care for non-vented ICU transfer-ready patients
Perform continuous cardiac monitoring, interpret telemetry strips every 4 hours, and measure cardiac intervals
Manage cardiac drips and apply TR Band experience as required per patient care needs
Deliver direct patient care across units ranging from 8 to 41 beds with patient ratios of up to 5:1 on days/evenings and up to 6:1 on nights
Document accurately and thoroughly using EPIC electronic medical records
Required Qualifications
Active Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) license
American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Minimum 2 years of acute care hospital experience in a single location
Minimum 2 years of experience as a travel nurse
Proficiency in telemetry monitoring including strip interpretation and interval measurement
Ability and willingness to float to 8 different units as assigned
Preferred Experience / Skills
2 or more years of dedicated telemetry nursing experience
Prior experience with cardiac drips and TR Band application
Familiarity with EPIC electronic medical records system
Why Join Us
Free on-site parking available for all staff
Gain diverse clinical experience across multiple Med/Surg Telemetry units within a large acute care facility