Med Surg Tele

Medical-Surgical Telemetry Nurse – Night Shift

Position Overview

The facility is seeking an experienced RN for its medical-surgical telemetry unit. You'll provide comprehensive care to adult patients with a wide range of medical, surgical, and cardiac conditions on the night shift.

Shift & Schedule

• 12-hour nights: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• 36 or 48 hours per week available
• 1 weekend shift per week or 2 weekend shifts every other weekend
• Must work at least 1 holiday during the contract
• 16-week contract

Key Responsibilities

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

Requirements

• Active RN license (New York or compact license)
• BLS and ACLS certification required
• 1+ years recent med-surg/telemetry experience (2+ years preferred)
• Telemetry/EKG interpretation competency required
• For non-U.S. candidates: 2 years U.S. work experience required
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility

Additional Information

• Float to other units as needed; willingness to work charge required (training provided)
• Flexible scheduling required; block booking may be requested but is not guaranteed
• BSN preferred; ADN accepted per facility policy