Med Surg Tele

Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN – Night Shift

Position Overview

The facility is seeking an experienced RN for a Medical-Surgical Telemetry unit. You'll provide comprehensive nursing care to adult and geriatric patients with a wide range of medical, surgical, and cardiac conditions in a fast-paced inpatient setting.

Schedule & Contract

• Shift: Night rotation, 4 x 12-hour shifts (18:45–07:15)
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Start Date: September 21, 2026
• Patient Ratio: 5–6 patients per shift
• Weekend Requirement: 12–16 shifts per contract
• Floating: Required within the facility as needed

Requirements

• Active RN license (state or compact)
• Minimum 2 years Med Surg/Telemetry experience
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred
• EKG interpretation competency required
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start
• BSN preferred; ADN accepted

Key Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor cardiac rhythms and vital signs; respond to rhythm changes and clinical deterioration
• Administer medications and treatments, including cardiac drips, IV insulin, and heparin protocols
• Manage central lines, PICC lines, chest tubes, and non-invasive airway support (CPAP, BiPAP, high-flow oxygen)
• Provide pre- and post-operative care, including wound and surgical drain management
• Coordinate care for patients with dementia, diabetes, COPD, sepsis, GI bleed, and similar diagnoses
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapy, IV teams, and interdisciplinary staff
• Educate patients and families on discharge instructions
• Accurately document in the facility's EMR

Unit Details

Includes isolation protocols for COVID-positive patients; multi-level care with stepdown support. Rapid Response Team available. Orientation: 24 hours (week one includes hospital classes).

Additional Information

• Up to 7 days RTO auto-approved (pre-approved only; no additional requests after signing)
• Must work 2 of 3 major holidays
• Navy and white scrubs
• First-time travelers accepted