Job Description
Telemetry RNs consult with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans. The RN utilizes machines that measure a patient’s heart rate, blood pressure, breathing rate, as well as blood oxygen levels and electrocardiogram information.
*Telemetry Nurse (RN) Responsibilities:*
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
* Prepare, administer, and record prescribed medications and report an adverse reaction to medications in accordance with policies
* Prepare equipment and assist physician during examination and treatment of patient
* Identify irregular telemetry readings and notify the appropriate medical team member
* Monitor specialized equipment used on patients and interpret electronic displays
MedSurg Registered Nurses provide care for patients before and after surgical procedures, in addition to caring for patients being treated with pharmaceuticals to manage illness. It is imperative that MedSurg RNs be proficient in caring for a variety of health conditions.
*Medical Surgical/MedSurg RN Responsibilities:*
* The MedSurg RN provides bedside care for a variety of patients
* He or she develops individualized patient assessments and an individualized plan of care accordingly
* Prepares, administers, and records prescribed medications
* Records patient’s medical information and vital signs
* Monitors, interprets, and records electronic displays
* Initiates alternative action when adverse symptomology is displayed
* Medical Surgical nurses often change dressings, insert catheters, start IVs
* Prepares equipment and assists physician during examination and treatment of patient
* Exhibits understanding and utilization of universal precautions, asepsis and infection control procedures
* Records all care information accurately and completely
* Provides support to patient and family members
* Performs other position related duties as assigned
*Benefits of being a Gifted Healthcare Nurse:*
* Refer a Registered Nurse – You and your referral both get $500 with GIFTED’s Refer an RN Friend Program
* Flexible scheduling
* Premium pay
* Same Day or Weekly Pay
* Ability to work in premier facilities
* Access to Chief Nursing Officer 24-7
* Access to Social Worker 24-7
* Group Health insurance benefits:
* Medical Plan
* Dental Plan
* Vision Plan
* Short and Long Term Disability
* AD&D Insurance
*About Gifted Healthcare*
GIFTED Healthcare is an award-winning travel nursing agency that offers nursing contracts at premier healthcare facilities across the United States. GIFTED Healthcare believes in the power one person has to make a difference in a patient’s care, inspiring GIFTED’s mission to help nurses thrive and advance their careers by providing exceptional job opportunities, day one benefits, and 24/7 support.
Job Types: Full-time, Travel nursing, Contract
Pay: $2,575.00 per week
Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Disability insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Employee discount
* Flexible schedule
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Referral program
* Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
* Medical-Surgical
* Telemetry
Physical setting:
* Hospital
Standard shift:
* Night shift
Weekly schedule:
* 4x10
* 4x12
Experience:
* Nursing: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
* RN License (Required)
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Job Tags
Weekly pay, Daily paid, Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift,