Registered Nurse - Telemetry

NurseDeck Inc; Waco (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

NurseDeck Inc in Waco, Texas is seeking a Registered Nurse specialized in Telemetry to provide continuous cardiac monitoring and care for patients with acute and chronic cardiac conditions. The role involves interpreting telemetry data, administering medications, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe patient care.

Qualifications include an active RN license, graduation from an accredited nursing program, BLS and ACLS certifications, and at least 2 years of recent

Qualifications

• Must have recent RN experience in telemetry or cardiac care within the last 2 years.
• Active Registered Nurse license in the state where care is provided.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms using telemetry equipment
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
• Perform patient assessments and document clinical findings
• Respond to changes in patient condition and initiate appropriate interventions
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams to develop care plans
• Educate patients and families on cardiac conditions and recovery
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation
• Adhere to infection control and safety protocols
• Participate in emergency response and resuscitation efforts
• Support quality improvement and professional development initiatives

Skills

Telemetry monitoring

ACLS

BLS

RN license

Cardiac care

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Registered Nurse - Telemetry provides continuous cardiac monitoring and specialized care to patients with acute and chronic cardiac conditions. This role involves interpreting telemetry data, administering medications, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe and effective patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms using telemetry equipment
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
• Perform patient assessments and document clinical findings
• Respond to changes in patient condition and initiate appropriate interventions
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams to develop care plans
• Educate patients and families on cardiac conditions and recovery
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation
• Adhere to infection control and safety protocols
• Participate in emergency response and resuscitation efforts
• Support quality improvement and professional development initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Must have at least 2 years of recent experience in the specialty within the past 2 years.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Registered Nurse License (in the state where care is provided)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Basic Arrhythmia course required

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing or related field

Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification