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Med Surg Tele
Lexington, KY
Med Surg Tele RN | Night Shift
Position Overview
The facility is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Medical-Surgical Telemetry unit on the night shift (7 PM–7 AM). You'll provide comprehensive care to adult patients with a range of medical, surgical, and cardiac conditions in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care including assessment, treatment, and monitoring
- Continuously monitor cardiac rhythms and vital signs; identify and respond to changes in condition
- Administer medications and treatments per physician orders, including cardiac drips as applicable
- Manage pre- and post-operative care, wound care, and pain management
- Coordinate care for patients with chronic and acute conditions (diabetes, cardiac, respiratory diagnoses)
- Educate patients and families on conditions, treatments, medications, and discharge instructions
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team on care planning and discharge coordination
- Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately
- Ensure infection control and fall prevention protocols are followed
Required Qualifications
- Active, unrestricted RN license in Kentucky (or compact license as applicable)
- BLS certification required; ACLS certification required
- 1+ years of Med Surg Telemetry experience
- Telemetry/EKG interpretation competency
- ADN or ASN (BSN preferred)
Schedule
- 3 shifts per week, 7 PM–7 AM
- Weekend and holiday coverage as needed
- 13-week contract
- Start date: October 5, 2026
