Telemetry Registered Nurse - Alexandria, Louisiana

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Job Description

Exciting full-time opportunity available for experienced Telemetry Registered Nurses prepared to deliver high-quality patient care within a dynamic, collaborative hospital environment. This contract assignment offers comprehensive nursing responsibilities on a busy telemetry unit managing patients with a range of acute cardiac conditionsincluding MI, CHF, arrhythmias, PVDas well as acute medical-surgical overflow. Primary shift is 7PM to 7AM with every other weekend required; on-call is not expected. This role involves occasional floating to accommodate patient needs and may lead to a permanent placement for candidates excelling in this setting.

Key Qualifications:

• Active RN license in the state of employment or compact state with good standing
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications from AHA, required
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred
• Minimum of one year of related specialty experience strongly preferred
• Ability to effectively manage 5:1 (occasionally 6:1) nurse-to-patient ratios in a fast-paced cardiac/telemetry environment

Core Responsibilities:

• Utilize the nursing process (assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, evaluation) for assigned cardiac/med-surg patients
• Administer medications and manage cardiac drips (excluding nitrates) per protocols; closely monitor for side effects and efficacy
• Thoroughly document patient histories, symptoms, interventions, and care plans while maintaining compliance with facility and ANA standards
• Provide education and support to patients, families, and caregivers, adapting to psychological, emotional, and cultural needs
• Collaborate with healthcare team members, delegate appropriately, and participate in ongoing competency validation and organizational training

This contract offers a competitive hourly rate of $88 and is designed for nurses seeking to deepen their experience within a cardiac telemetry setting. Newly hired nurses will benefit from tailored orientation, precepted training, and ongoing skill verification.

Advance your nursing career within a supportive setting where your expertise is valued. Take the next stepapply today if youre a compassionate, skilled RN ready to make a meaningful impact.