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Registered Nurse (RN) - IMC/Tele Job Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Registered Nurse to join our team in a stepdown unit. This position requires excellent clinical judgment and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with a diverse patient population. Shift Details Shift Length: 12 hours Guaranteed Hours: 48 hours per week Weekend
Every other weekend Holiday
Every other holiday Call or standby requirement: Yes Unit Information Unit Type: Stepdown Acute # of Beds: 30 Nurse:Patient Ratios: 1:4, may stretch to 5 with additional support Common Diagnoses: Cardiac, NSTEMI, post-cath lab, AFib, CHF, GI bleed, detox, respiratory distress, sepsis Responsibilities Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients in the stepdown unit. Titrate IV medications including nitroglycerin, heparin, diltiazem, and amiodarone.
Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Monitor patient vital signs and report any changes in condition promptly. Support and guide nursing aides as necessary to ensure quality patient care.
Participate in unit orientation and training for new staff as assigned. Qualifications Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license. Certifications Required: ACLS, BLS, EKG Course.
Experience in managing IV nitroglycerin, heparin, diltiazem, and amiodarone. Experience with post-cath lab patients is beneficial. Ability to read and analyze telemetry strips; telemetry monitoring experience is preferred.
Equipment Patient Monitoring: GE telemetry monitors Respiratory Therapy Equipment: CPAP, BiPAP, and Optiflow Additional Information Unit-specific orientation: Up to 3 days. Floating
May float to medical/surgical or IMC overflow in the ICU. Dress Code: Navy blue scrubs.
About the role
This position requires excellent clinical judgment and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with a diverse patient population.