Registered Nurse/MS/Tele

SoftPath Medical; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

SoftPath Medical in Rochester, NY is seeking a Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse to join our patient-centered team. The role emphasizes phlebotomy and IV insertion, with attention to telemetry monitoring and rapid response readiness, supporting diverse units.

You will work day and evening shifts with variable nurse-to-patient ratios, may float within your scope, and weekend availability every other weekend is required.

Qualifications

• RN license required or eligible.
• BLS certification mandatory.
• Weekend availability every other weekend (EOW).
• No on-call responsibilities.
• New graduate nurses welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide Medical-Surgical/Telemetry nursing care.
• Float within scope to meet facility needs across units.
• Collaborate with PCTs for vital signs, glucose checks, EKGs, and activities of daily living.

Skills

Phlebotomy

IV Insertion

Telemetry nursing

Cardiac rhythm interpretation

Education

RN License

BLS Certification

Job description

Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse Position

Required Skills and Competencies

• Registered Nurses must be skilled in phlebotomy and intravenous (IV) insertion, as these are critical for this role.

Shift Details and Staffing Ratios

• Day and evening shifts maintain nurse-to-patient ratios of 5:1, occasionally increasing to 6-7:1.
• Night shifts generally have ratios of 6-7:1, which may extend to 8-10:1 if staff call in.
• Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) support all units by assisting with vital signs, blood glucose checks, EKGs, and activities of daily living.

Experience and Certification

• Minimum of 1 year experience preferred
• New graduate nurses are welcome to apply
• Weekend availability required every other weekend (EOW)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is mandatory
• No on-call responsibilities

Floating and Scheduling

• Nurses may be asked to float within their scope to fulfill facility needs, including assignments to emergency department boarders, stable ICU patients, medical-surgical units, and stable acute brain injury units.
• Block scheduling may be considered but is not guaranteed.

Additional Requirements and Limitations

• Candidates residing within a 75-mile radius are not eligible
• Applicants with pending licenses will not be accepted
• Return-to-Office (RTO) policy allows no more than one week during the contract period

Specialized Skills and Patient Care

• Experience in Medical-Surgical and Telemetry nursing
• Ability to interpret and manage cardiac dysrhythmias
• Utilization of Rapid Response Teams
• Care and management of peripheral lines
• Proficiency with oxygen delivery methods including nasal cannula, face masks, and portable oxygen tanks
• Non-invasive airway management techniques
• Strict adherence to isolation precautions

Common Patient Diagnoses and Equipment

• Typical patient conditions include cardiac and pulmonary issues, pain management, gastrointestinal disorders, infections, and uncontrolled diabetes mellitus.
• Equipment commonly used includes bladder scanners, telemetry monitors, EKG machines, and lifepacks.

Documentation and Dress Code

• Electronic health record system: Epic preferred
• Scrub colors allowed: any combination of navy and white