Med Surg Tele

Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN – Night Shift

Position Overview

The facility seeks an experienced Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN for night shifts. You will provide comprehensive care to adult patients with medical, surgical, and cardiac conditions on a monitored unit.

Shift & Schedule

• Night shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, three 12-hour shifts per week
• 18-week contract
• Start date: September 11, 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor cardiac rhythms and vital signs continuously; respond to rhythm changes and acute condition changes
• Administer medications and treatments, including cardiac drips as ordered
• Manage pre- and post-operative care, including wound care and pain management
• Coordinate care for patients with chronic and acute conditions (diabetes, cardiac, respiratory)
• Collaborate with physicians, cardiologists, case managers, and interdisciplinary teams on care plans and discharge planning
• Educate patients and families on conditions, treatments, medications, and discharge instructions
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses in the electronic health record
• Manage a typical patient load of 4–6 patients per shift
• Maintain infection control and fall prevention protocols

Requirements

• Active RN license (Ohio state or compact license required at time of contract start)
• Minimum 18 months of permanent medical-surgical telemetry experience
• BLS and ACLS certification (active and in hand at submission)
• BSN preferred; ADN accepted
• Telemetry/EKG interpretation competency
• One professional reference (manager, ANM, supervisor, or director) from the past 12 months

Compliance Notes

• COVID-19 and flu vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions only)
• Background check and drug screening required
• ECG rhythm recognition and medication safety assessments completed during orientation (two attempts to pass)