Telemetry Nurse Job Description We are seeking an experienced Telemetry Nurse to join a float pool team. This role involves working primarily in telemetry units and may include floating to various locations within the region as needed. Job Details • Unit Type: Telemetry • Shift Length: 12 hours • Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week • Experience Required: 2 years in a telemetry or acute care setting Required Certifications • ACLS • BLS Certification • NIHSS Shift Information Shifts are scheduled as follows: • 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM • Every Other Weekend (EOW) and may require floating to another facility within the region. Unit Information Telemetry Unit • Number of Beds: 31 beds • Patient Ratios: 1:4 • EMR System: Cerner • Nurse Aides: Available based on census • Common Diagnoses: High acuity patients including respiratory distress, CHF, COPD, pneumonia, and post-cath lab patients Additional Information • Nurses will read strips and may be tasked with administering non-titrating drips such as amiodarone, cardizem, and heparin. • Bipap and CPAP may be utilized, but traditional ventilation management will not be required. • The nurse should have experience with drips and familiarity with chest tubes is preferred. • Weekly schedules will require 4 weekend shifts and holiday rotations with coverage for both major and minor holidays. Preferred Attributes The ideal candidate will possess a positive attitude and demonstrate compassion in providing patient care. Candidates must be adaptable and versatile, with the capacity to work in fast-paced environments. Orientation Orientation will include one shift on the home unit, followed by exposure to other units within the region to ensure familiarity with policies and procedures.