New Grad Aug-Dec RN C7 PCU/Tele - North

Hendrick Health; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hendrick Health in Abilene, Texas seeks a Registered Nurse for telemetry and general patient care. You will deliver direct nursing care using the nursing process, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and monitor patients with ECG and heart-rate data.

Applicants must be RN‑eligible, CPR-BCLS certified, and prepared to complete ACLS and NIH Stroke Scale requirements before orientation. Prior nursing experience is not required; professional conduct and patient confidentiality are expected.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing (Diploma, AD).
• No previous experience in nursing is required.
• Licensed as Registered Nurse (RN).
• CPR-BCLS certification is required.
• ACLS required before completion of orientation.
• NIH Stroke Scale required before completion of orientation.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct and individualized nursing care using the nursing process.
• Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure quality patient care.
• Telemetry nurses connect patients to monitors and interpret vital ECG/heart rate data.
• Upholds the Texas Nurse Practice Act standards and participates in unit initiatives.

Skills

Maintains professional appearance

Confidential information handling

Education

Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing (Diploma, AD)

Job description

Job Summary

Registered Nurses deliver care to patients utilizing the nursing process. Nurses collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes. Nurses effectively interact with patient and significant others, while maintaining the standard of professional nursing. Registered Nurses provide direct and individualized nursing care to patients based on the application of scientific nursing principles. Due to the broad range of medical conditions they encounter, they must be well‑versed in a large variety of health conditions.

Registered Nurses have a professional obligation to participate in committee activities, surveys, and improvement initiatives. In addition, Registered Nurses must uphold the standards of the Texas Nurse Practice Act.

Telemetry Registered Nurses provide care by connecting patients to machines that monitor electrocardiogram and heart rate information. Telemetry nurses read and interpret data to better determine patient care.

Job Requirements

Minimum Education

• Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing (Diploma, AD)

Minimum Work Experience

• No previous experience

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Registered Nurse
• CPR-BCLS
• Diagnostic & Support: ACLS required before completion of orientation.
• NIH Stroke Scale required before completion of orientation

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Maintains professional appearance at all times.
• Ability to handle confidential information.

Designated Driver

• No

OSHA Category

• 1 - High Risk