Position: Registered Nurse - MS/Tele
Location: Wilmington, NCDuration: 13 Weeks
Shift (Nights): 3*12 or 4*12.
Job Summary
A Registered Nurse (RN) in a Medical-Surgical/Telemetry (Med Surg/Tele) unit plays a crucial role in providing direct patient care and ensuring the smooth functioning of the unit.
Responsibilities
- Perform thorough assessments of patients upon admission and throughout their stay.
- Monitor vital signs, interpret telemetry readings, and assess patient conditions to detect any changes or complications.
- Administer medications and IV fluids as prescribed by physicians, following established protocols and safety guidelines.
- Develop individualized care plans based on assessment findings, physician orders, and patient preferences.
- Perform wound assessments, clean and dress wounds, and monitor healing progress.
- Set up and monitor telemetry equipment to continuously track patients' cardiac rhythms.
- Interpret telemetry readings and notify healthcare providers of any abnormalities or significant changes.
- Respond promptly to medical emergencies, providing immediate interventions and initiating life-saving measures as needed.
- Stay current with evidence-based practices, clinical guidelines, and advancements in medical-surgical and telemetry nursing.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and members of the healthcare team, fostering a collaborative and patient-centered care environment.
- Participate in quality improvement projects and initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes, safety, and satisfaction.
Requirement