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Med Surg Tele
Richmond, KY
Registered Nurse – Medical-Surgical/Telemetry
Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM (Third Shift) | Duration: 13 weeks | Start: October 26, 2026
About the Role
You'll provide direct patient care on a medical-surgical/telemetry unit, managing adults with a wide range of medical, surgical, and cardiac conditions. This role emphasizes continuous monitoring, clinical judgment, and evidence-based nursing practice in a collaborative, patient-centered environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive assessments and deliver hands-on care to 4–6 patients per shift
- Monitor cardiac rhythms and vital signs continuously; recognize and respond promptly to changes in patient condition
- Administer medications and treatments, including cardiac drips, per physician orders
- Manage pre- and post-operative care, including wound management and pain control
- Coordinate care for patients with chronic and acute conditions (diabetes, cardiac, respiratory)
- Educate patients and families on diagnoses, medications, treatment plans, and discharge instructions
- Collaborate with physicians, cardiologists, case managers, and the interdisciplinary team on care planning and discharge coordination
- Document assessments, interventions, and responses accurately in the electronic medical record
- Uphold infection control and fall prevention protocols
Requirements
- Active, unrestricted RN license in the applicable state (or compact license)
- ADN or ASN (BSN preferred)
- BLS and ACLS certification required
- 1+ years of medical-surgical or telemetry nursing experience
- Demonstrated competency in telemetry and EKG interpretation
- Strong communication, critical thinking, and collaborative skills
