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Med Surg Tele
Richmond, KY
Registered Nurse – Medical-Surgical / Telemetry
Position Overview
The facility is seeking a compassionate and clinically skilled RN to join its Medical-Surgical/Telemetry unit. You'll provide comprehensive nursing care to adult patients with a wide range of medical, surgical, and cardiac conditions, working as part of an interdisciplinary team dedicated to evidence-based practice and patient-centered care.
Key Responsibilities
- Continuously monitor cardiac rhythms and vital signs, identifying and responding promptly to changes in patient condition
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments and implement individualized care plans based on the nursing process
- Administer medications and treatments per physician orders, including cardiac drips as applicable
- Manage pre- and post-operative care for surgical patients, including wound management and pain control
- Coordinate care for patients with chronic and acute conditions (diabetes, cardiac, respiratory diagnoses)
- Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatments, medications, and discharge instructions
- Collaborate with physicians, cardiologists, case managers, and the broader care team on plan of care and discharge planning
- Accurately document assessments, interventions, and patient responses in the medical record
- Maintain infection control and fall prevention protocols
- Manage a typical patient load of 4–6 patients per shift
Requirements
- Active, unrestricted RN license in the state of practice (or compact license as applicable)
- BLS and ACLS certifications required
- 1+ years of Medical-Surgical/Telemetry experience
- Telemetry/EKG interpretation competency
- BSN preferred; ADN accepted
Assignment Details
- Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Start Date: November 30, 2026
- Location: Richmond, KY
