RN Nurse Manager, Telemetry

Wheelersp; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 58,272 - 116,916; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Wheeler Staffing Partners is looking for an RN Nurse Manager with telemetry experience for their healthcare facility in Framingham, MA. This full-time onsite role demands strong leadership skills and the ability to oversee a telemetry nursing unit, ensuring high-quality patient-centered care and compliance with regulations.

The candidate should have at least two years of relevant management experience and a valid RN license. Benefits include competitive pay between $42.30–$84.87 hourly and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Massachusetts.
• Minimum 2 years of progressive management experience in a hospital setting.
• Experience in telemetry or acute care hospital settings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily telemetry unit operations and patient care.
• Lead, mentor, and develop nursing staff within the department.
• Monitor quality metrics and implement improvements.

Skills

Leadership in nursing

Telemetry experience

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) License

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

RN Nurse Manager, Telemetry

Location: Framingham, MA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Compensation: $42.30–$84.87 per hour (DOE)

Position Overview

Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking an experienced RN Nurse Manager, Telemetry for a healthcare leadership opportunity in Framingham, MA. This position provides leadership and operational oversight for a telemetry nursing unit and designated patient care services. The RN Nurse Manager partners closely with executive nursing leadership to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centered care while supporting staff development, operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and effective resource management.

This role is responsible for assisting in the assessment, planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of nursing practices within the telemetry department while maintaining 24/7 accountability for departmental operations. The RN Nurse Manager serves as a key leader in fostering a culture of clinical excellence, teamwork, patient safety, and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate is an experienced nursing leader with telemetry and acute care experience, strong hospital operations knowledge, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for developing high-performing clinical teams.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership & Patient Care

• Provide leadership and oversight for daily telemetry unit operations and patient care delivery.
• Support the delivery of safe, effective, and evidence-based nursing care for telemetry and cardiac monitoring patients.
• Assist in assessing, planning, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating nursing services and patient care activities.
• Ensure appropriate monitoring and management of patients requiring continuous cardiac telemetry.
• Promote compliance with organizational policies, nursing standards, regulatory requirements, and accreditation guidelines.
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, respiratory therapists, case managers, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Monitor patient care quality metrics and implement improvement initiatives as needed.
• Support patient safety programs, quality improvement efforts, and evidence-based practice initiatives.
• Ensure appropriate clinical staffing and resource allocation to meet patient care needs.

Leadership & Staff Development

• Lead, mentor, coach, and support nursing and clinical staff within the telemetry department.
• Foster a collaborative and patient-focused work environment.
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, retention, and professional development initiatives.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback and coaching.
• Ensure staff competency in telemetry monitoring, cardiac rhythm interpretation, emergency response protocols, and patient care standards.
• Promote employee engagement and participation in quality improvement initiatives.
• Serve as a professional role model and advocate for nursing excellence.
• Encourage ongoing clinical education and specialty certification development.

Operational Management

• Maintain 24/7 accountability for telemetry unit operations and nursing services.
• Monitor staffing levels, patient acuity, census fluctuations, and departmental productivity.
• Assist with workforce planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Support departmental budgeting and cost-management initiatives.
• Monitor operational performance metrics and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination among departments to support efficient patient flow and service delivery.
• Participate in strategic planning and organizational initiatives designed to improve operational effectiveness.
• Support throughput initiatives and discharge planning processes to enhance patient outcomes.

Quality, Compliance & Regulatory Oversight

• Support departmental readiness for regulatory surveys, inspections, and accreditation reviews.
• Participate in quality assurance, patient safety, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Monitor compliance with federal, state, and organizational regulations.
• Assist with incident reviews, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective action plans.
• Promote a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.
• Track and improve quality indicators related to telemetry patient populations, patient satisfaction, and clinical outcomes.

Required Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Academic degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program.
• Minimum of two (2) years of progressive management experience within a hospital environment, including experience as a Nurse Manager, Charge Nurse, Clinical Supervisor, Telemetry Charge Nurse, or related leadership role.
• Previous experience working in a telemetry, cardiac step-down, progressive care, or acute care hospital setting.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Demonstrated leadership ability and hospital operational management experience.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to serve as a professional role model and advocate for the nursing profession.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Healthcare Administration, or related field preferred.
• Additional leadership experience within telemetry, progressive care, cardiac services, or acute care settings.
• Experience supporting quality improvement, patient safety, and regulatory compliance initiatives.
• National nursing certification related to telemetry, cardiac care, leadership, or medical-surgical nursing preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation: $42.30–$84.87 per hour, based on qualifications, experience, skills, and overall fit for the position.

Eligible employees may receive access to a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Career Development and Continuing Education Opportunities
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Programs
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Elder Care and Childcare Assistance Programs
• Auto and Home Insurance Programs

Benefit eligibility may vary based on employment status and employer policies.

Wheeler Staffing Partners is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws.