Registered Nurse / RN Telemetry Med Surg

UT Health East Texas; Kilgore (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Health East Texas in Tyler, TX is seeking a night shift Telemetry Medical‑Surgical RN to join our bedside care team. The RN will assess, plan, and direct patient care for a Med‑Surg population using the nursing process and evidence‑based practices.

Work with physicians, techs, and case management to ensure patient safety, timely discharges, and high‑quality care. An ADN and TX RN license are required, with BLS to be obtained within 14 days of hire.

Qualifications

• ADN required.
• Texas RN license required.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide and direct patient care for a Med-Surg population using the nursing process.
• Collaborate with care teams to deliver high-quality patient outcomes.

Skills

BLS Certification

Telemetry Nursing

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a night shift, full-time, Telemetry Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (RN) in Tyler, TX.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• UT Health Tyler is the flagship hospital of the system, serving hundreds of thousands annually. Specializing in advanced acute care medicine, our Midtown location boasts a Level 1 trauma center and comprehensive stroke center, the region’s only EMCO program, and a Level III NICU. Our medical staff includes more than 500 physicians and a full complement of subspecialty groups.

Learn About a Day in the Life of a Med-Surg RN:

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who uses the nursing process to provide and direct patient care for a group of patients for a designated time frame.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Associates Degree of Nursing (ADN)
• Must maintain current Texas RN License
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care