Registered Nurse - Telemetry Stepdown

TALENT Software Services; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Registered Nurse in Cincinnati to provide care for patients recovering from cardiac procedures. The role requires a Diploma of Nursing and certifications in BLS and ACLS. Nurses will work in a dynamic team environment focusing on culturally competent care in a cardiac medical unit. Candidates with a BSN are preferred, and strong communication skills are essential for effective patient and team interaction. This position is crucial in supporting ongoing patient partnerships and quality care delivery.

Qualifications

• Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Demonstrates skills to provide culturally based care.
• Maintains competence through professional growth.
• BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide age-specific patient care based on nursing standards.
• Manage cardiac monitoring and titration of medications.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams for patient recovery.

Skills

Effective communication

Culturally specific patient care

Professional growth

Ability to accept change

Adaptable to change

Education

Diploma of Nursing

BSN

Job description

Description

The practice of nursing requires specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills to provide care to groups and individuals. The RN utilizes knowledge derived from the principles of biological, physical, behavioral, social, and nursing sciences to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. All care is provided based on the concepts inherent in the model of care for TCH, which promotes an ongoing partnership between patients and families and the team of healthcare providers. The care is culturally based and age‑specific. The RN adheres to the American Nursing Association (ANA) code of ethics and to the scope of practice described in the Ohio Nurse Practice Act.

Unit Description

• The Cardiac Medical Stepdown/6 South unit is a 28‑bed unit specializing in the recovery of patients following vascular and electrophysiology procedures.
• Specializes in providing care to patients with acute MI, cardiac arrhythmias, syncope, cardiomyopathy, and heart failure.
• Offers medical services to all patient populations requiring cardiac monitoring.
• Provides titration of multiple intravenous medications and conscious sedation for cardioversions.
• All nurses are ACLS certified and have successfully completed an ECG interpretation course.
• This is an excellent unit for nurses interested in transitioning to an ICU setting.

Skills

• The RN demonstrates the knowledge, abilities, and skills to provide age and culturally specific patient care and education.
• The RN effectively communicates with peers, utilizes appropriate channels of communication, and maintains absolute confidentiality.
• The RN maintains competence and demonstrates evidence of continuing professional growth.
• The RN demonstrates the ability to accept and implement change and the ability to work in a culturally diverse setting.

Education

Required Education:

• Diploma of Nursing

Preferred Education:

• BSN

Certifications & Licensure

Required Certifications & Licensure:

• Ohio RN license or Compact
• BLS (American Heart Association)
• ACLS (American Heart Association)