RN Respiratory

vTech Solution; Zanesville (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

vTech Solution in Ohio is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Respiratory unit, with telemetry expertise and Epic EMR proficiency, to cover night shifts (7:00 PM–7:30 AM). The role includes care on Med-Surg units as needed, including Wound Care, Stroke, Oncology, Cardiac, and ED boarders.

Must have Ohio RN license and BLS certification; ability to read telemetry and manage medications will be essential for quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Must hold an Ohio RN license.
• (Minimum) 3 years telemetry/stepdown experience.
• Proficient with Epic EMR (no refresher training).
• Current BLS certification.
• Able to read telemetry and cardiac rhythms accurately.
• Strong clinical assessment and medication administration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care on the Respiratory unit and other Med-Surg units as needed.
• Perform patient assessments, medication administration, and treatment planning.
• Monitor telemetry and interpret cardiac rhythms.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care.
• Document patient information and care activities in Epic EMR.
• Maintain compliance with hospital policies for safety and quality.
• Participate in unit-specific quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Telemetry interpretation

Clinical assessment

Medication administration

Telemetry monitoring

Team collaboration

Education

Active RN license in Ohio

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse will provide skilled nursing care primarily on the Respiratory unit, which includes care for COVID patients, and may occasionally float to various Med-Surg units such as Wound Care, Stroke, Oncology, Cardiac, Observation, and Emergency Department boarders. The role requires expertise in telemetry and stepdown patient care, proficiency with Epic EMR, and strong clinical skills to ensure high-quality patient outcomes during night shifts.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct nursing care to patients on the Respiratory unit and other Med-Surg units as needed.
• Perform patient assessments, medication administration, and treatment planning.
• Monitor telemetry and stepdown patients, interpreting cardiac rhythms accurately.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care.
• Document patient information and care activities using Epic EMR system.
• Maintain compliance with hospital policies and protocols for patient safety and care quality.
• Participate in unit-specific initiatives and quality improvement activities.

Required Skills & Certifications:

• Active Registered Nurse license in Ohio.
• Minimum of 3 years recent/current experience in telemetry and/or stepdown nursing.
• Proficiency with Epic EMR system (no refresher training available).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Ability to accurately read and interpret telemetry monitoring.
• Strong clinical assessment and medication administration skills.

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

• Experience working with respiratory and COVID patient populations.
• Previous experience in multiple Med-Surg specialty units including Wound Care, Stroke, Oncology, Cardiac, and Emergency Department.

Special Considerations:

• Night shift work from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM.
• Every other weekend work is required.
• No on-call requirements.
• Competency testing in telemetry and Epic proficiency on first day; inability to pass results in termination.
• Start date limited to November 16th unless returning Genesis traveler within last 9 months.

Scheduling:

• 36 hours per week on night shift (7:00 PM to 7:30 AM).
• Scheduled shifts include every other weekend.