Provide direct patient care on a 43-bed Cardiac Telemetry unit with an average nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5 (may flex to 1:6), caring for patients with diagnoses including CHF, COPD, arrhythmias, post-heart cath, TR Bands, and post-pacer placements
Read and interpret cardiac monitor strips independently; unit also has monitor techs and serves as the central monitoring station for the North Tower
Titrate Heparin drips and occasionally Lasix or Bumex; manage set-rate drips including Cardizem and Amiodarone
Perform and interpret EKGs as needed, including when PCT support is unavailable
Manage a high-volume unit with approximately 8–12 admissions and 8–12 discharges per day, completing independent admissions and discharges while collaborating with the care team
Participate in float rotation as needed, receiving only patient assignments within your skillset; occasional float to stepdown or ICU (rare)
Required Qualifications
Active, unrestricted RN license
Current BLS certification (required)
Current ACLS certification (required)
Ability to read and interpret cardiac telemetry strips
Comfort and experience caring for cardiac stepdown patient populations including post-procedural and medically managed cardiac patients
Ability to perform EKGs independently
Preferred Experience / Skills
Prior experience titrating Heparin drips and managing cardiac drip protocols
Experience with high-flow oxygen, BiPAP, and CPAP for supportive therapy
Comfort working in a fast-paced, high-volume cardiac telemetry environment
Willingness and ability to serve in a charge nurse role if comfortable and unit needs arise
Why Join Us
Join a highly collaborative, team-oriented unit known for strong staff support, a willingness to teach, and a culture where everyone helps each other succeed
Enjoy scheduling flexibility including self-scheduling and block schedule accommodation when unit needs are met