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Med Surg Tele

Richmond, KY

Registered Nurse – Medical-Surgical/Telemetry

Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM (nights, 12-hour shifts)

Contract Duration: 13 weeks

Start Date: November 30, 2026

About the Role

The facility is seeking a compassionate and clinically skilled RN to join the Medical-Surgical/Telemetry unit. You'll provide comprehensive nursing care to adult patients with a wide range of medical, surgical, and cardiac conditions in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver direct patient care, including assessments, treatments, and nursing interventions based on the nursing process
  • 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 care and pain management
  • Coordinate care for patients with chronic and acute conditions (cardiac, respiratory, diabetes, and others)
  • Educate patients and families on conditions, treatments, medications, and discharge instructions
  • Collaborate with physicians, cardiologists, case managers, and the interdisciplinary team on care planning and discharge
  • Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately in the electronic health record
  • Manage a typical patient load of 4–6 patients per shift
  • Maintain infection control and fall prevention protocols

Requirements

  • Active, unrestricted RN license in the state of practice (or compact license as applicable)
  • BLS and ACLS certification required
  • Minimum 1+ year of Medical-Surgical/Telemetry nursing experience
  • Demonstrated competency in telemetry and EKG interpretation
  • ADN or ASN required; BSN preferred

What We're Looking For

Strong communication and critical thinking skills, ability to work collaboratively with a diverse care team, and commitment to patient-centered, evidence-based nursing practice.