TravelNurseSource is working with Highland Staffing, LLC to find a qualified Telemetry RN in Springfield, Massachusetts, 01199!
Job Title
Registered Nurse (RN) - Telemetry / Medical-Surgical
Job Summary
Join the dedicated nursing team on 2 North, a 50-bed Medical-Surgical, Telemetry, and Intermediate Care Unit located in Westfield, MA. This unit is part of the esteemed Baystate Health system, committed to providing comprehensive patient care across its network of facilities.
As a Telemetry/Med-Surg RN, you will care for a diverse patient population requiring cardiac monitoring, post-surgical care, and general medical interventions. The unit maintains an expected nurse-to-patient ratio of 6:1, fostering a collaborative environment focused on high-quality patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care for medical-surgical and telemetry patients.
- Monitor cardiac rhythms, interpret EKG strips, and respond to changes in patient condition.
- Administer medications safely and accurately, including IV drips.
- Collaborate effectively with physicians, advanced practice providers, and other healthcare team members.
- Educate patients and their families on health conditions, medications, and discharge instructions.
- Maintain accurate and thorough electronic health records.
Required Qualifications
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Massachusetts.
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Diploma in Nursing.
- Minimum of 1 year of recent, acute care experience in Telemetry or Medical-Surgical nursing.
- Ability to meet facility's travel nurse radius requirements (e.g., residing outside a 90-mile radius from the facility).
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- 2+ years of experience in Telemetry or Medical-Surgical nursing.
- Previous experience within a Baystate Health facility.
Skills & Competencies
- Proficient in cardiac rhythm interpretation and telemetry monitoring.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage a diverse patient caseload efficiently.
- Competency in electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Shift Details
- Shift Type: Nights (NOC)
- Shift Duration: 12 hours
- Days per Week: 3 (Option for 4x12 shifts may be available)
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
- Start Date: September 7, 2026
- Call Requirements: Not specified.
- Weekend Rotations: Not specified.
Licensing Requirements
- Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Massachusetts.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA).
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification (AHA).