REGISTERED NURSE - TELEMTRY / MED SURG

Calvert Health System; Stoakley (MD); On-site; USD 49,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

Dental and prescription coverage

Vision benefits

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Six paid holidays

Education assistance

Free parking

Discounted meals

FSA/HSA

PTO accrual

403(b) plan with employer match

Job summary

CALVERTHEALTH MEDICAL CENTER is seeking a Registered Nurse on the Telemetry/Med Surg unit. The RN will assess and plan nursing care for adults and geriatrics requiring continuous cardiac monitoring, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective care. Required education includes a Nursing Diploma or AA degree; Maryland Board of Nursing licensure or compact state.

BLS and ACLS are required, ACLS within 6 months. Prior acute care/telemetry experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Diploma Nursing Program or AA/higher required.
• Maryland Board of Nursing licensure or compact state.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required, ACLS within 6 months of hire.
• Minimum 1 year acute care experience preferred; telemetry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement nursing care per policy and procedures.
• Provide patient-centered care on the Telemetry Unit for adult/geriatric patients.
• Monitor cardiac rhythms and respond to arrhythmias.
• Administer medications and provide patient and family education.

Skills

Critical thinking

Telemetry monitoring

Communication

Electronic Health Record

Education

Diploma Nursing Program

Associate Degree in Nursing (AA) or higher

Tools

EHR systems

Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, Word, Outlook)

Job description

REGISTERED NURSE - TELEMTRY / MED SURG FEATURED

Category: Nursing

CALVERTHEALTH MEDICAL CENTER

Full Time , Day Shift , Day

Salary Range $35.54 - $51.01

JOB DESCRIPTION DETAILS

Job Summary :

To assess, plan, implement the nursing care to meet the patients’ needs, by following the appropriate policy and procedures of the assigned department.

The Registered Nurse (RN) on the Telemetry Unit provides high-quality, patient-centered care to adult and geriatric patients requiring continuous cardiac monitoring and specialized observation. The RN demonstrates critical thinking, clinical competence, and professional accountability while collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to deliver safe and effective care.

Education :

Position requires completion of a Diploma Nursing Program or an Associate Degree in Nursing (AA) or higher.

Registration/Certification/Licensure :

Unexpired state licensure from Maryland Board of Nursing or compact state board of nursing

Registered Nurse Certification in specialty, preferred

Certifications: BLS and ACLS required. ACLS must be obtained within 6 months of hire.

Experience :

Minimum of 1-year acute care experience preferred; telemetry experience strongly preferred.

Other Requirements :

Maintains unit-specific and hospital competencies, mandatory learning, and any clinical certifications required in accordance with the Staff Education and Training policy GA-057 and/or any other department requirements.

Strong assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills; proficiency with telemetry monitoring and Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems.

Demonstrated proficiency of computer skills necessary to effectively complete position requirements to include Microsoft Office applications with an emphasis on Excel, Access, Word and Outlook.

Successful completion of Telemetry training and Stroke training during orientation.

Previous experience and demonstrated professionalism in effectively communicating with internal and external customers, both verbally and in writing, and in promoting a positive work atmosphere.

Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in accordance with hospital policies and nursing standards.

Ability to work independently, prioritize concurrent projects, meet deadlines, follow through with deliverables, and produce quality work.

Administer medications, perform treatments, and provide patient and family education.

Effectively communicates with all patient populations and staff by implementing organization-wide communication techniques as a daily practice.

Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate individualized care plans.

Effectively advocates for quality patient safety and satisfaction as a daily practice.

Monitor, interpret, and document cardiac rhythms and respond appropriately to arrhythmias or changes in patient condition.

Serve as a resource for Patient Care Technicians and assist with delegation and supervision as appropriate.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).

Additional Information

CalvertHealth (CH) offers a comprehensive benefits program designed to enhance the physical, financial, and personal well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive package includes health insurance options for individuals and families, dental and prescription coverage, as well as supplemental vision benefits, all available starting on the first day of the month following your hire date.

Additional benefits include short-term and long-term disability insurance, Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage, Supplemental Life insurance, six paid holidays with additional floating holiday, education assistance, free parking, discounted meals, and options for FSA/HSA. Paid Time Off (PTO) is accrued hourly each pay period, allowing full-time employees (working 40 hours per week) to accumulate approximately 145 hours of PTO annually. Employees working fewer hours will have their PTO accrued on a pro-rated basis. 403(b) Plan with employer match available.