Medical Surgical Telemetry (Med Surg Tele) Travel RN

Registered Nurse (RN) - MS/Tele

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Medical-Surgical/Telemetry care. This position requires an individual who is committed to providing high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients, with a focus on those diagnosed with Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), acute Myocardial Infarctions (MI), post-device care (e.g., pacemakers), and arrhythmias.
• Monitor and manage a patient ratio of 1:5 to 1:7 in the MedSurg/Telemetry unit.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed while ensuring safety and adherence to protocols.
• Utilize EPIC for electronic charting and documentation.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and discharge planning.
• Provide patient and family education related to health management and recovery.
• Float to other units as needed, based on patient care requirements.

Qualifications

• Active New York RN license is required.
• A minimum of 1 year of nursing experience in a Medical-Surgical/Telemetry setting is mandatory.
• Current BLS and NIHSS certifications are required; please include valid NIHSS documentation with application.
• Strong ability to adapt and thrive in a high-volume unit environment.
• Flexibility for every other weekend rotation is necessary.
• Must reside more than 75 miles from the facility.

Work Schedule

This position operates on a night shift schedule of 4x12 hours, from 1900 to 0700, with no block scheduling in place.

Facility Overview

This tertiary care facility features:

• A total of 528 staffed beds, encompassing a range of specialties.
• A focus on both high-acuity and general surgical patients, including those undergoing various medical procedures and recoveries.
• An environment that encourages professional growth and development.

Scrub Color

Scrubs in any combination of navy and white are acceptable.

If you are passionate about nursing and meet the qualifications, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity to make a difference in patient care.