Registered Nurse - Telemetry 2 to ICU Career Path
On-siteGranite City, Illinois, United States
Granite City, Illinois, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeLicense Or CertificationEnterprise
Full TimeLicense Or CertificationEnterprise
Job Summary
Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms for adult patients with congestive heart failure, chest pain, and respiratory conditions requiring continuous telemetry. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care plans for moderate to high acuity needs, managing overflow from surgical cardiac units. Educate patients and families on treatment plans and discharge instructions within a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. This role offers a steppingstone toward stepdown or critical care pathways in a supportive, close-knit unit setting.
Required Qualifications
- Graduated from a school of nursing (Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN)
- Is personally responsible for obtaining, and maintaining, a current RN license within the hiring state and/or compact licensure in which nursing duties are performed and must meet all state board of nursing requirements
- Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire
Desired Qualifications
- Thrives in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
- Strong critical thinking and prioritization skills
- Passion for cardiac and complex medical patient care
- Interested in advancing toward stepdown or critical care nursing
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