Registered Nurse Telemetry

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Overview:

We are seeking a Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN), sometimes referred to as a Telemetry RN or Tele RN. A Tele RN specializing in attending to patients within our telemetry units, including those needing cardiac monitoring. The Tele RN will monitor and interpret our patient's vital signs, such as heart rate, heart rhythm, respiratory rate, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation level. Continuous monitoring of patients, by the Telemetry RN enables gathering real-time data to make informed decisions regarding patient care, ensuring early detection of abnormalities or changes in the patient's condition.

Employment Type: Per Diem

Shifts Available: Days

Hours: 12 hour – 7:00 am to 7:00pm

Location: Dallas Regional Medical Center – Mesquite, TX

Responsibilities:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

Assess patients' conditions, including vital signs, cardiac rhythms, and overall health status, to create individualized care plans
Monitor patients' cardiac rhythms and vital signs using telemetry equipment, which allows for remote monitoring of patients' heart rates and rhythms
Communicate with the physician about changes in the patient's clinical condition, including cardiac monitoring, results of diagnostic studies, and symptomatology
Administer medications as prescribed by physicians, including intravenous medications, and monitor patients for any adverse reactions
Provide hands-on care to patients, including wound care, administering treatments, assisting with activities of daily living, and providing emotional support
Educate patients and their families about their conditions, medications, and treatments, as well as provide guidance on self-care practices and lifestyle modifications in the Telemetry Unit
Respond quickly to changes in patient conditions throughout shift and be able to address any concerns to the physician as soon as possible
Responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation

Qualifications:

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:

Current and valid state RN License.
Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus:

Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current preferred.
Previous Acute Care hospital experience preferred.
Ventilator Management experience preferred.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Employment Status: Per Diem Shift: Days Equal Employment Opportunity:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics. If you need special accommodation for the application process, please contact Human Resources. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

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