Job Details

Job Summary:
Provide specialized nursing care to cardiac telemetry patients, monitoring vital signs, interpreting EKGs, and ensuring patient safety. Deliver high-quality care in a fast-paced hospital environment, following unit policies and patient experience standards.

Responsibilities:

• Assess and monitor cardiac patients, interpreting telemetry strips and EKGs accurately.
• Administer and titrate IV medications such as insulin, Cardizem, Cardene, and Amiodarone as ordered.
• Perform procedures including IV insertions, NGT placement, chest tube maintenance, and temporary pacemaker management.
• Document patient care using Meditech system, ensuring accuracy and compliance with policies.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members, including charge nurses, unit secretaries, and PCTs, to provide coordinated care.
• Respond promptly to patient needs and call lights, fostering a patient-centered care environment.

Qualifications:

• Valid RN license with current certification in Missouri.
• Minimum 1 year of recent cardiac telemetry or PCU/ICU experience.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting telemetry strips and EKGs.
• Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications required.
• Demonstrated ability to care for post-cardiac procedural patients, including those post-catheterizations and open-heart surgery.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and patient interaction skills.

Benefits & Growth:

• Opportunity to work in a supportive, family-like atmosphere with experienced staff.
• Potential to transition into full-time employment based on performance.
• Gain valuable experience in a high-acuity, fast-paced cardiology setting.

• Day 1 Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Travel reimbursement for assignments
• Paid sick leave and additional valuable benefits
• Access to our $1,000 Inspire a Friend Referral Program

Choosing TactStaff means partnering with a team that understands the unique demands and rewards of Telemetry. We're here to provide you with meaningful assignments that support your professional growth while ensuring each role is a step toward achieving your long-term career goals.

Apply today to experience how TactStaff can elevate your Telemetry career!