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Med Surg Tele
Elizabethtown, KY
Registered Nurse – Medical-Surgical/Telemetry
Position Overview
The facility seeks an RN to provide comprehensive care on a medical-surgical/telemetry unit. You'll work with adult patients managing a range of medical, surgical, and cardiac conditions, applying evidence-based practice and the nursing process to deliver patient-centered care in a collaborative, healing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments, considering individual culture, age, and developmental needs
- Monitor cardiac rhythms and vital signs continuously; recognize 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
- Coordinate care for patients with chronic and acute conditions (diabetes, cardiac, respiratory diagnoses)
- Educate patients and families on conditions, treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions
- Document assessments, interventions, and responses accurately in the EMR
- Collaborate with physicians, cardiologists, case managers, and interdisciplinary team members
- Typically manage 4–6 patients per shift, with assignments adjusted by acuity and staffing
- Ensure infection control and fall prevention protocols are consistently followed
Requirements
- Active, unrestricted RN license in Kentucky (or compact license as applicable)
- BLS and ACLS certification required
- 1+ years of medical-surgical or telemetry nursing experience
- Telemetry/EKG interpretation competency required
- ADN or ASN; BSN preferred
Schedule
- 3x12-hour shifts: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- Weekend and holiday rotation required
- 20-week contract
- Start date: September 24, 2026
