Med Surg Tele

Medical-Surgical Telemetry Nurse

Location: Lexington, KY

Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, three 12-hour shifts per week

Schedule: Weekends and holidays as needed

Contract Duration: 13 weeks

Start Date: October 5, 2026

About the Role

The facility's medical-surgical telemetry unit cares for adult patients with a diverse range of medical, surgical, and cardiac conditions. You'll provide comprehensive, evidence-based nursing care centered on patient assessment, safety, and family-centered communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor cardiac rhythms and vital signs; recognize and respond promptly to changes in patient condition
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and implement individualized care plans in coordination with the interdisciplinary team
• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders, including cardiac drips as applicable
• Manage pre- and post-operative care, including wound assessment and pain management
• Coordinate care for patients with chronic and acute conditions (diabetes, cardiac, respiratory)
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions
• Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and team members on discharge planning
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately
• Manage a typical patient load of 4–6 patients per shift
• Ensure adherence to infection control and fall prevention protocols

Required Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted RN license in Kentucky (or compact license as applicable)
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred
• Minimum 1+ years of medical-surgical telemetry nursing experience
• Demonstrated competency in telemetry/EKG interpretation
• ADN or ASN; BSN preferred

What We're Looking For

Strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team. Commitment to quality patient care and participation in unit-based quality improvement initiatives.