“`html Registered Nurse (RN) Job Description We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team in a telemetry unit. The ideal candidate will demonstrate clinical excellence in a fast-paced environment and be committed to providing high-quality patient care. Unit Information Unit Type: Telemetry Unit/Department: MS/Tele Neuro 4S Shifts & Scheduling • Shift Length: 12 hours • Position: Night shifts • Weekend Requirement: Self-schedule a minimum of six weekend shifts per six-week schedule • Holidays: Required • Self-scheduling and block scheduling available Patient Care The Registered Nurse will be responsible for managing the care of patients with various diagnoses, including but not limited to: • Congestive heart failure (CHF) • Hypertension and chest pain work-ups • COPD exacerbations and asthma • Pneumonia, pancreatitis, bowel obstructions, gastrointestinal bleeding, and acute renal failure Nurse Responsibilities • Administer medications and treatments as prescribed • Titrate cardiac drips and assess patients’ responses • Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans • Read and interpret telemonitoring strips (RNs will co-sign strips) • Work with charge nurses and house supervisors Qualifications • Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience • Required Certifications: ACLS (AHA), BLS (AHA) • Experience in cardiac drips and post-cath lab care is preferred Support Staff Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:4 for day shifts and 1:5 for night shifts. Nursing assistants will be present to assist with patient care, with ratios approximately 10-12:1. Orientation Candidates will be required to participate in an orientation week, during which attendance in-state is necessary, even if the first day modules are delivered remotely. Additional Information The Registered Nurse may be required to float within Zone 3 under extreme circumstances, depending on unit needs. “`