Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) New

A healthcare organization in New York City is seeking a licensed Registered Nurse (RN) to join their Telemetry team at one of their hospitals in the Bronx.

About the Opportunity:

• Shift: Days or Nights
• Schedule: 3 shifts per week & rotating weekends (Sat & Sun)
• Hours: 7:30am-8pm or 7:30pm-8am
• Setting: Acute Care

Responsibilities:

• Monitor patients' heart activity and vital signs
• Tracking patients' cardiac rhythm, heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation
• Continuously monitor patients' heart rate, rhythm, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation using equipment like ECGs and other specialized devices
• Analyze the telemetry data to identify any trends, abnormalities, or changes in a patient's condition that may require immediate attention or intervention
• Perform routine and emergency assessments of patients, including physical exams and reviewing their medical histories
• Administer medications as prescribed, particularly those related to cardiac care, and monitor patients for any adverse reactions
• Educate patients and their families about their condition, medications, lifestyle changes, and discharge instructions
• Meticulously document patients' conditions, treatments, and progress to ensure continuity of care
• Perform other duties, as needed

Qualifications:

• 1+ year of experience in a Medical-Surgical and/or Telemetry role/setting
• Associate's Degree in Nursing
• Active NYS Registered Nurse (RN) license
• ACLS and BLS certification
• Experience with Phlebotomy
• Proven skills in IV insertion
• Conscious sedation skills

Desired Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
• Experience working with EPIC Electronic Medical Record system