Telemetry RN — Acute Care, ACLS Certified

Jobtome; Aransas Pass (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Spohn is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for our Medical Surgical Telemetry unit in Texas. The role involves remotely monitoring telemetry status, patient assessment, and applying the nursing process to provide safe, effective care.

This fast-paced unit offers opportunities to learn about diverse disease processes. ACLS-certified RNs with a BSN are preferred; BLS required and RN licensure in the state of employment or with a compact license are necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred
• 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred
• BLS required
• RN License in state of employment or compact

Responsibilities

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Consistent with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation for assigned patients.
• Addresses increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patient and families in accordance with their level of practice.
• Using the appropriate protocol, administers medications and treatments; monitors for side-effects and effectiveness of the treatment prescribed.
• Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given.
• Assess learning needs and provides education to patients, family members and/or care givers; identify issues and resources.

Skills

ACLS certification

Telemetry nursing

Patient assessment

Education

BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing)

BLS certification

Job description

CHRISTUS Spohn is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for our Medical Surgical Telemetry unit in Texas. The role involves remotely monitoring telemetry status, patient assessment, and applying the nursing process to provide safe, effective care.

This fast-paced unit offers opportunities to learn about diverse disease processes. ACLS-certified RNs with a BSN are preferred; BLS required and RN licensure in the state of employment or with a compact license are necessary.