Rn Med Surg Telemetry

Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse in the Medical/Surgical telemetry unit is responsible for delivering patient-centered care in accordance with established standards, protocols, and policies. This role involves providing skilled nursing care including cardiac monitoring, medication administration, patient assessment, pain management, and patient/family education. The nurse collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care, safety, and positive patient outcomes. Acute telemetry experience and ACLS certification are required for this position.

• Provide patient care based on standards of care, protocols, and policies, respecting patient dignity and individuality.
• Perform patient and family teaching tailored to learning needs and readiness.
• Plan and prepare patients and families for discharge, incorporating support resources.
• Delegate and supervise nursing interventions appropriately.
• Prioritize patient care effectively, seeking assistance and reassigning personnel as needed.
• Document all pertinent data, interventions, and patient responses thoroughly and timely.
• Provide comprehensive reports to healthcare team members to ensure continuity of care.
• Serve as preceptor or trainer and participate in professional development activities.
• Identify and report patient safety risks and medical errors proactively.
• Address ethical issues in patient care and develop plans accordingly.
• Administer medications and intravenous therapy safely according to orders and protocols.
• Assess and manage patient pain using numerical scales and appropriate interventions.
• Complete medication reconciliation documentation for physician use.
• Interpret and document cardiac rhythms and initiate treatment plans as ordered.
• Take appropriate action for patients with chest pain or cardiac symptoms.
• Participate actively in multidisciplinary rounds for patient care planning and evaluation.
• Recognize and report abnormal laboratory and diagnostic results promptly.
• Provide ongoing assessment and education to surgical patients and families following standards.
• Utilize pain management devices and techniques to ensure effective relief.
• Set up, maintain, and troubleshoot surgical patient equipment such as traction devices, feeding pumps, chest tubes, and drains.

• Current Registered Nurse license in Massachusetts.
• ACLS certification upon hire.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Minimum of 1 year acute telemetry experience required.
• Competency in clinical assessment, medication administration, and cardiac rhythm interpretation.
• Strong communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.

• Previous Medical-Surgical nursing experience preferred.
• Experience with surgical patient care and related equipment.
• MOAB class certification within 60 days of hire.

• Must be able to respond to life-threatening situations and emergencies promptly.
• Work environment includes acute telemetry and medical-surgical units requiring high attention to patient safety and detail.
• Involvement in multidisciplinary rounds and collaborative care planning is essential.

• Shift assignments may vary based on unit needs; flexibility to work day, evening, or night shifts is expected.
• Shift patterns are determined by the healthcare facility's scheduling policies.