Registered Nurse - Med Tele 4W

Hendrick Medical Center Brownwood; Brownwood (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Hendrick Medical Center Brownwood is seeking Registered Nurses who will deliver individualized care utilizing the nursing process. The role entails collaborating with other professionals to ensure effective patient outcomes while adhering to Texas nursing standards.

The ideal candidate must hold a relevant nursing degree, be licensed as a Registered Nurse, and have certifications such as CPR-BCLS. Responsibilities include telemetry patient care and participation in improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse licensure required.
• CPR-BCLS certification mandatory.
• ACLS and NIH Stroke Scale certifications needed before orientation completion.

Responsibilities

• Participate in committee activities and improvement initiatives.
• Provide telemetry care and monitor patient vital signs.

Skills

Telemetry nursing

Patient care

Nursing process

Interpersonal skills

Education

Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing (Diploma, AD)

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• 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

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