Telemetry (Tele) Registered Nurse (RN)
ProHealth Staffing-Dallas, TX
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Dallas healthcare client is seeking a Telemetry Registered Nurse.
Responsibilities:
· Monitor for blood pressure, heart rate, blood oxygen level, breathing rate, and other vital signs.
· Work closely with physicians to develop treatment plans for patients in the telemetry unit, including plans for discharge and home care as the patient progresses during their hospital stay.
· Administer medications and communicate with patients regarding their condition.
Requirements:
· Telemetry Registered Nurse must be proficient in using technology and interpreting data.
· Telemetry Registered Nurse must have extensive knowledge and a familiarity with their patients’ medical history, so that they can ensure that patients are receiving the correct care and answer any questions patients may have.
· Telemetry Registered Nurse must have strong multi-tasking abilities.
· Telemetry Registered Nurse must be able to communicate with patients regarding their condition, and therefore should have a good interpersonal skills.
· Telemetry Registered Nurse must be responsible for educating patients and their families on healthy diet and exercise, disease prevention and lifestyle changes that are needed once a patient leaves the hospital.
· Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from the American Heart Association.
· Current ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification.
· Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
· Current Texas RN license.
· Two (2) years’ minimum experience working in the Telemetry unit in a hospital setting.
· Two (2) years’ minimum of recent experience in the Telemetry.
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Work location: Dallas, TX