What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN Medical Surgical position at Protouch?
We are looking for a highly capable telemetry nurse to analyze medical equipment measurements. In this role, your duties will include studying patient history, administering specialized treatment to critically ill patients, and keeping medical records. You will also be required to update family members on the medical condition of the patients.
To ensure success, telemetry nurses should demonstrate extensive experience in caring for critically ill patients and the ability to work in a highly demanding environment. Accomplished candidates expertly interpret medical technology data and provide their patients with dedicated care.
Telemetry Nurse Responsibilities:
- Studying patients' medical history, test results, and treatment plans.
- Tracking routine heart rate, blood pressure, and pulse oximetry measurements.
- Monitoring, interpreting, and recording data from specialized medical technologies and equipment.
- Administering medication and performing treatment interventions in consultation with healthcare specialists.
- Maintaining and updating ward charts, patient files, and medical records.
- Instructing Telemetry Unit staff on patient care and treatment plans.
- Collaborating with healthcare specialists and reporting changes and deteriorating conditions.
- Explaining tests results and procedures to patients and their families, as well as answering questions.
- Advising patients on post-hospital care, including prescribed medicine, home care protocols, disease prevention, and lifestyle changes.
Job Types: Travel nursing, Contract
Salary: $63.00 - $64.00 per hour
Medical specialties:
- Medical-Surgical
Physical setting:
- Acute care
- Hospital
- Inpatient
Standard shift:
- Day shift
- Night shift
Supplemental schedule:
- Overtime
Weekly schedule:
- 3x12
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Coeur D Alene, ID 83814: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Nursing: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Required)
- RN (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $63 - $64