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MS / Tele

Lexington, KY

Registered Nurse – Medical-Surgical/Telemetry

Position Overview

The facility is seeking a compassionate and clinically skilled RN to join its medical-surgical and telemetry unit. You'll deliver comprehensive, evidence-based care to adult patients with medical, surgical, and cardiac conditions in a collaborative, patient-centered environment.

Shift & Schedule

  • 3 shifts per week, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
  • 13-week contract
  • Weekend and holiday work required

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized care plans
  • Continuously monitor cardiac rhythms and vital signs, responding promptly to changes in condition
  • Administer medications and treatments, including cardiac drips as applicable
  • Manage pre- and post-operative care, including wound management and pain control
  • Coordinate care for patients with chronic and acute conditions (diabetes, cardiac, respiratory)
  • Collaborate with physicians, specialists, case managers, and the interdisciplinary team on care plans and discharge planning
  • Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatments, medications, and discharge instructions
  • Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately
  • Maintain infection control and fall prevention protocols
  • Typical patient load: 4–6 patients per shift

Required Qualifications

  • Active, unrestricted RN license (state or compact)
  • 1+ years of medical-surgical or telemetry nursing experience
  • Telemetry/EKG interpretation competency
  • BLS and ACLS certification
  • ADN or ASN (BSN preferred)

What We're Looking For

Strong communication and collaboration skills, clinical autonomy, attention to detail, and a commitment to evidence-based practice and patient safety.