Telemetry

Telemetry Registered Nurse

Shift & Schedule

• 12-hour days, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Every other weekend required
• 36 guaranteed hours per week
• 13-week contract

Unit Overview

You'll work on a telemetry unit managing cardiac patients and general overflow cases. This is a stable patient population—think non-titrating Cardizem, Amiodarone, and Heparin drips. The unit uses continuous cardiac monitoring, and you'll be expected to read and interpret EKG strips confidently.

Your Role

• First-to-float model (float to med/surg and telemetry)
• Charge nurse present (handles break relief; generally does not take patients)
• Nurse aides available based on census (typically 1–2)
• Interdisciplinary rounds with charge RN, hospitalist/intensivist

Required Credentials & Skills

• RN license (active)
• BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certifications
• Ability to interpret cardiac rhythms
• Flexible team player mindset

Orientation & Support

• 1–2 days on-unit preceptor orientation
• Self-scheduling available (manager balances final schedule)
• Schedules posted 4 weeks out; access and trade shifts from home
• Extra shifts and overtime available

On-Site Resources

• Respiratory therapy and pharmacy available 24/7
• Hospitalist/intensivist in-house

Facility Notes

• Navy scrubs required (undershirt: navy, white, or black)
• COVID: Medical declination requires physician's note; religious declination does not