Med Surg Tele

Registered Nurse – Medical-Surgical/Telemetry

Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, 3 days per week (12-hour shifts)

Schedule: Weekends and holidays as needed

Contract Duration: 13 weeks

Location: Lexington, KY

About the Role

The facility is seeking an RN for its medical-surgical and telemetry unit. You'll provide comprehensive care to adult patients with a range of medical, surgical, and cardiac conditions. This is a clinically dynamic role requiring strong assessment skills, cardiac monitoring expertise, and the ability to collaborate effectively across the interdisciplinary care team.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform continuous cardiac rhythm monitoring and vital sign assessment; identify and respond promptly to changes in patient condition
• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, develop individualized care plans, and implement evidence-based interventions
• 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 discharge planning in collaboration with physicians, case managers, and other team members
• Provide patient and family education on conditions, treatments, medications, and discharge instructions
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic health record
• Manage a typical patient load of 4–6 patients per shift
• Support infection control and fall prevention protocols

Required Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted RN license (state or compact)
• BLS and ACLS certification
• Minimum 1+ years of medical-surgical or telemetry nursing experience
• Demonstrated competency in telemetry and EKG interpretation
• ADN required; BSN preferred

Preferred

• BSN degree
• Previous telemetry or cardiac nursing experience