Registered Nurse Telemetry

Bonus Amount 10000 Bonus Information Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process. Overview Department: Telemetry  Employment Type: Full Time  Shifts Available: Nights Hours: 12 hour  Location: Dallas Regional Medical Center – Mesquite, TX We are seeking a Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN), sometimes referred to as a Telemetry RN or Tele RN.  A Tele RN specializing in attending to patients within our telemetry units, including those needing cardiac monitoring. The Tele RN will monitor and interpret our patient's vital signs, such as heart rate, heart rhythm, respiratory rate, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation level. Continuous monitoring of patients, by the Telemetry RN enables gathering real-time data to make informed decisions regarding patient care, ensuring early detection of abnormalities or changes in the patient's condition.  Responsibilities  Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):  Assess patients' conditions, including vital signs, cardiac rhythms, and overall health status, to create individualized care plans  Monitor patients' cardiac rhythms and vital signs using telemetry equipment, which allows for remote monitoring of patients' heart rates and rhythms  Communicate with the physician about changes in the patient's clinical condition, including cardiac monitoring, results of diagnostic studies, and symptomatology  Administer medications as prescribed by physicians, including intravenous medications, and monitor patients for any adverse reactions  Provide hands-on care to patients, including wound care, administering treatments, assisting with activities of daily living, and providing emotional support  Educate patients and their families about their conditions, medications, and treatments, as well as provide guidance on self-care practices and lifestyle modifications in the Telemetry Unit   Respond quickly to changes in patient conditions throughout shift and be able to address any concerns to the physician as soon as possible  Responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:  Health, dental, and vision insurance options  Paid vacation, sick time and holidays  Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options  Employer 401K options  Tuition reimbursement options   Life, disability, and other insurance options  Many other amazing benefits  Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/   Qualifications Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:   Current and valid state RN License. Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus:  Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current preferred. Previous Acute Care hospital experience preferred. Ventilator Management experience preferred. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Employment Status Full Time Shift Nights Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights:  https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf  #LI-MB4