*Profession: RN*
*Specialty*: Cardiac Tele
*Unit*: Cardiac Telemetry 5
*Shift*: 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM
*Start Date*: 04/01/2024
*Job Duration*: 13
*Summary*:
* Telemetry nurse monitors cardiac patients vital signs to ensure they remain in stable condition and receive the care they need should their symptoms worsen.
* Telemetry nurses are trained medical professionals that operate and read electrocardiograms.
Provide care for critically ill patients, monitor and administer medications, along with titrating IV medications.
* Reports to Supervisor of Unit.
*Duties and Responsibilities:*
* Consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.
* Prepares and administers (orally, subcutaneously, through an IV) and records prescribed medications.
* Reports adverse reactions to medications or treatments in accordance with the policy regarding.
* The administration of medications by a licensed registered nurse.
* Monitors and adjusts specialized equipment used on patients, and interprets and records electronic displays.
* Identifies irregular telemetry readings and notifies appropriate medical team members.
* Initiates corrective action whenever information from monitoring equipment shows adverse symptomatology.
Provides basic, bedside care.
* Initiates patient education plan, as prescribed by physician.
* Teaches patients and significant others how to manage their illness/injury, by explaining: post-treatment home care needs, diet/nutrition/exercise programs, self-administration of medication and rehabilitation.
* Proficient in performing and interpreting of EKG, able to recognize Lethal Rhythms Records patients’ medical information and vital signs.
* Prepares equipment and aids physician during examination and treatment of patient.
* Responds to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocol.
* Records all care information concisely, accurately and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format and on the appropriate forms.
* Performs other position-related duties as assigned, depending on assignment setting.
*Education & Experience Requirements:*
* Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, with current licensure in good standing.
* Minimum of one year of current Telemetry experience in a hospital setting.
* Evidence of current AHA BLS and AHA ACLS mandatory.
JOB ID LR: 776211
Job Types: Contract, Temporary
Pay: $2,300.
00 - $2,400.
00 per week
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Referral program
* Vision insurance
Healthcare setting:
* Acute care
Schedule:
* 3x12
* Evening shift
* Holidays
Experience:
* Nursing: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
* BLS Certification (Preferred)
* RN (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
* Washington, MO: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: On the road
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