Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Cardiac Monitoring: Continuously track, analyze, and interpret EKGs and telemetry data for patients, identifying irregularities and providing accurate documentation.
- Patient Care: Provide direct nursing care to cardiac patients, including medication administration (IV and PO), management of central lines, and wound care.
- Emergency Response: Recognize and respond to emergency situations, such as arrhythmias or cardiac arrests, providing immediate intervention.
- Collaboration: Coordinate with physicians and the multidisciplinary team to develop, implement, and adjust patient care plans.
- Patient Education: Instruct patients and families on cardiac conditions, medication regimens, and necessary lifestyle changes prior to discharge.
- Unit Leadership: Oversee telemetry technicians and collaborate with unit staff to ensure quality care.
Qualifications:
- Licensure: Registered Nurse (RN) licensed in Virginia or compact state.
- Experience: Previous experience in a hospital telemetry, step-down, or cardiac care setting preferred.
- Certifications: BLS and ACLS required.
- Skills: Proficiency in EKG/telemetry interpretation, critical thinking, and rapid assessment skills.
Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. M/F/D/V EOE