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Med Surg Tele
Lexington, KY
Registered Nurse – Medical-Surgical/Telemetry
Location: Lexington, KY
Shift: 3rd shift, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, three 12-hour shifts per week
Contract Duration: 13 weeks
Start Date: November 2, 2026
Position Overview
The facility seeks an experienced RN for its Medical-Surgical/Telemetry unit. You'll provide direct patient care to adults with a range of medical, surgical, and cardiac conditions, with a focus on continuous cardiac monitoring and timely clinical response.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive assessments and develop individualized care plans for patients with chronic and acute conditions (cardiac, respiratory, diabetes, post-operative)
- Continuously monitor cardiac rhythms and vital signs; identify and respond promptly to changes in patient condition
- Administer medications and treatments per physician orders, including cardiac drips as applicable
- Manage pre- and post-operative care, including wound management and pain control
- Collaborate with physicians, cardiologists, case managers, and interdisciplinary teams on patient care and discharge planning
- Provide patient and family education on conditions, treatments, medications, and discharge instructions
- Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately in the electronic health record
- Maintain infection control and fall prevention protocols
Requirements
- Active, unrestricted RN license in Kentucky (or compact license as applicable)
- ADN minimum; BSN preferred
- BLS and ACLS certification required
- 1+ years of Medical-Surgical/Telemetry nursing experience
- Demonstrated competency in telemetry and EKG interpretation
- Strong communication and critical thinking skills
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with the care team
Weekends and holidays required.
