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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.
