Clinical Nurse - Medical Telemetry Unit

Salem Health; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Salem Health's Medical Telemetry unit in Salem, OR, is seeking a compassionate registered nurse for a full-time, 36-hour-per-week role on a 7:00 pm–7:30 am schedule with three 12-hour shifts.

This 40-bed unit supports medical and intermediate care, caring for patients with heart failure, sepsis, renal and respiratory issues. We foster holistic, team-based care, growth opportunities, and a supportive culture at Salem Health.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing or equivalent required.
• BLS certification must be maintained.
• Oregon RN license required; ADN with commitment to upgrade within 3 years accepted.
• Minimum of one year RN experience in acute care.

Responsibilities

• Performs accurate, ongoing, and age-appropriate assessments for each assigned patient.
• Reports and consults pertinent data with the healthcare team and takes appropriate action.
• Demonstrates competency in delivering care based on the individualized patient care plan.
• Follows Salem Health–West Valley Hospital policies and procedures for all nursing skills.
• Initiates and/or reviews care plans with patients and families to address holistic, age-specific needs.
• Adjusts care plans to reflect changes in the patient’s condition.
• Consistently documents assessments, plans, interventions, and patient responses accurately.
• Anticipates patient and team needs, sharing relevant information proactively.
• Helps maintain a safe unit environment by following infection control policies, replacing sharps containers, removing broken equipment, and using proper lifting and transfer techniques.

Skills

RN experience

Education

BSN or BA in nursing or MSN

ADN with commitment to BSN/MSN within 3 years

Basic Life Support (BLS)

RN license in Oregon

Job description

Location: Salem Hospital, 890 Oak Street SE, Salem, Oregon 97301
Department: Medical Telemetry
Position Type: Full Time, 36 hours/week, Non-Exempt
Schedule: 7:00 pm - 7:30 am, three 12-hour shifts, variable scheduled days
Your role with us

We’re looking for a compassionate nurse to join our medical telemetry unit. This 40-bed unit features private, telemetry-capable rooms and supports both medical and intermediate levels of care. Nurses care for patients with complex conditions like heart failure, sepsis, renal and respiratory failure, COVID-19, and more.

Our care in place model encourages holistic care and close collaboration across disciplines, creating a supportive environment for learning and growth. If you're looking to expand your clinical skills and make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.

What you'll do

• Performs accurate, ongoing, and age-appropriate assessments for each assigned patient.
• Reports and consults pertinent data with the healthcare team and takes appropriate action.
• Demonstrates competency in delivering care based on the individualized patient care plan.
• Follows Salem Health–West Valley Hospital policies and procedures for all nursing skills.
• Initiates and/or reviews care plans with patients and families to address holistic, age-specific needs.
• Adjusts care plans to reflect changes in the patient’s condition.
• Consistently documents assessments, plans, interventions, and patient responses accurately.
• Anticipates patient and team needs, sharing relevant information proactively.
• Helps maintain a safe unit environment by following infection control policies, replacing sharps containers, removing broken equipment, and using proper lifting and transfer techniques.

Required qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor of Science (BSN) or Bachelor of Arts degree in nursing, or non-nursing bachelor's degree with a Master of Science in nursing (MSN). Candidates with an associate's degree in nursing (ADN) and graduates of a diploma RN program are also encouraged to apply;ADN applicants with less than five years of acute care experience will be required to sign an agreement committing to complete their BSN or MSN degree within three years of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Current unencumbered licensure to practice nursing as a Registered Nurse in the State of Oregon.
• One year of RN experience.

Total rewards package

Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations, and professional growth. Click here for details.

Why Salem Health?

Salem Health is a Top Workplace in Oregon, known for fostering a supportive culture where your contributions truly matter. As an award-winning, independent health care system, we serve our region through Salem Hospital, multiple community clinics and West Valley Hospital, ensuring broad access to high-quality care.

We believe in empowering our teams. Through Lean principles, staff help drive innovation and solve real problems. We also invest in your growth with professional development, tuition assistance, and clear career pathways. At Salem Health, you’ll find more than a job, you’ll find purpose, connection, and room to thrive.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail].