New Grad RN Residency - Telemetry 2 (Critical Care)

Mercy; Granite City (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy St. Louis is seeking a Registered Nurse for Telemetry Level 2 (Tele2) on a fast-paced unit.

You will monitor adult patients with high-acuity cardiac and respiratory conditions, interpret rhythms, coordinate care with a multidisciplinary team, and educate patients and families on discharge plans. Ideal candidates bring a nursing degree (ADN/ Diploma/ BSN), an active RN license in the hiring state, BLS, and a desire to advance toward stepdown or critical care pathways within Mercy's

Qualifications

• Graduate from a school of nursing (ADN, Diploma, or BSN).
• Current RN license in the hiring state and/or compact licensure as required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or completion within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, patient-centered care in a telemetry setting.
• Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms and clinical changes.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care plans.
• Manage patients with moderate to high acuity needs.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and discharge instructions.

Skills

Critical thinking

Prioritization

Cardiac care

Communication

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing / Diploma / BSN

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy! Registered Nurse – Telemetry 2 (Tele2) | Mercy St. Louis

Overview

Join Mercy St. Louis on our Telemetry Level 2 (Tele2) unit, a fast-paced, high-acuity environment designed for nurses who an acuity level between stepdown and general med-tele, offering an excellent opportunity to build advanced clinical skills. Although smaller in size, this unit mirrors the patient complexity and clinical expectations of our MPCU/CPCU units, making it ideal for nurses seeking stepdown-level experience in a more close-knit setting. The unit has also now expanded from 18 beds to 24.

Position Details:

What Sets Tele2 Apart

• Higher acuity than traditional Med Tele units
• Equivalent in clinical complexity to MPCU/CPCU, but in a smaller, more intimate unit setting
• Strong exposure to cardiac and respiratory conditions requiring close monitoring
• Excellent steppingstone for nurses interested in stepdown or critical care pathways

Patient Population

You will care for adult patients (18–100 years) with a variety of acute conditions, including:

• Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
• Chest pain (pre-procedural monitoring prior to surgery/intervention)
• Patients requiring high oxygen support
• Cardiac and respiratory conditions requiring continuous telemetry
• Overflow from SPCU (surgical cardiac patients)

Admission Sources

• Primarily Emergency Department admissions
• Some direct admits (not requiring ICU level care)
• Occasional post-operative admissions

Patient Flow

• Short stay unit with rapid turnover
• Approximately:
  • 50% discharge to home or skilled facility
  • 50% may transfer to higher or specialized levels of care if needed

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, patient-centered care in a telemetry setting
• Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms and clinical changes
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care plans
• Manage patients with moderate to high acuity needs
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and discharge instructions

Ideal Candidate

• Thrives in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
• Strong critical thinking and prioritization skills
• Passion for cardiac and complex medical patient care
• Interested in advancing toward stepdown or critical care nursing

Why Mercy – Tele2

• Exposure to stepdown-level acuity without ICU setting pressure
• Supportive leadership with a new, engaged nurse manager
• Opportunity to build advanced telemetry and cardiac care skills
• Smaller unit fosters strong teamwork and collaboration

Qualifications:

• Education: Graduated from a school of nursing (Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN).
• Licensure: Is personally responsible for obtaining, and maintaining, a current RN license within the hiring state and/or compact licensure in which nursing duties are performed and must meet all state board of nursing requirements.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including:

• medical coverage
• dental coverage
• vision coverage
• paid time off
• tuition support
• matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.