Med Surg Tele

Registered Nurse – Medical-Surgical/Telemetry

Position Overview

The facility is seeking a Registered Nurse for its medical-surgical and telemetry unit. You'll provide comprehensive nursing care to adult patients with a range of medical, surgical, and cardiac conditions, working the night shift in a collaborative, evidence-based care environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, incorporating the nursing process and critical thinking
• Continuously monitor cardiac rhythms and vital signs; identify and respond 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)
• Partner with physicians, cardiologists, case managers, and the interdisciplinary team on care planning and discharge
• Educate patients and families on conditions, medications, treatment plans, and discharge instructions
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately in the medical record
• Manage a typical patient load of 4–6 patients per shift (varies by acuity)
• Uphold infection control and fall prevention protocols

Requirements

• Active, unrestricted RN license (or compact license as applicable)
• ADN or ASN; BSN preferred
• BLS and ACLS certification required
• 1+ years of med-surg/telemetry experience
• Telemetry/EKG interpretation competency required
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to assess and implement age-appropriate patient safety measures

Schedule

3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM–7:00 AM, with weekend and holiday rotation

Contract Duration: 12 weeks

Start Date: November 30, 2026

Location: Elizabethtown, KY