Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) General Information Unit Name: Telemetry Location: Bowling Green, KY Cost Center: 631 Number of Beds: 36 Patient Ratios: 4:1 with cath recovery; up to 6:1 maximum ratio, potentially stretched to 7:1 in certain instances. Unit Staffing: Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) available on day and night shifts, and Unit Clerks on day shift. Type of Equipment: Remote Telemetry monitors, Alaris pumps. Documentation System: Meditech Scheduling Requirements: Every other weekend. Floating Policy: Agency staff float first. Potential to float to Ortho/Med-Surg. Patient Experience Requirements: Strive for a 75% patient satisfaction rate. Certifications Required: BLS Position Summary The Telemetry Registered Nurse will provide high-quality care to patients requiring telemetry monitoring. The RN will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care in collaboration with the healthcare team. Requested Skill Set • Must Have: Telemetry experience. • Advanced Skills Needed: Knowledge of chest tubes, Dysthymia training. Procedures Performed on Unit • Chest tube insertions • Bedside Paracentesis • Thoracentesis Required Certifications • BLS • ACLS • NIH Dress Code Any scrubs except camouflage are required. Unit Guidelines/Policies • Telemetry Monitoring Policy • Stroke Policy Awards and Recognition • The unit has received Daisy and Bee award certificates. • A monthly STAR award winner is recognized, as voted on by staff members. Experience A minimum of 2 years of experience is required for this position.