Registered Nurse (RN) - Telemetry

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) - Telemetry
Location: Pompton Plains, NJ 07444
Duration: 12 Months+ (Possibilities of Extension)

Pay Rate: $54/hour. on W2
 
Schedule: Nights, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM; 2–3 shifts per week
 
Job Duties:

1. Assessment Skills:
   • Performs thorough, systematic assessments across the lifespan (Pediatric to Geriatric).
   • Delivers appropriate patient care based on assessment findings.
2. Clinical Skills:
   • Provides competent direct patient care in collaboration with the team.
   • Demonstrates skill with emergency procedures and equipment.
3. Documentation:
   • Maintains accurate and complete records of nursing care, patient progress, and patient education.
   • Adheres to documentation guidelines for the nursing process.
4. Professionalism:
   • Demonstrates knowledge of policies and procedures.
   • Identifies opportunities for clinical and professional growth.
5. Patient Satisfaction:
   • Communicates professionally with patients, families, and coworkers.
   • Promotes patient-centered care and maintains HIPAA confidentiality.
6. Safety:
   • Follows National Patient Safety Goals and Universal Protocol.
   • Uses safe transfer techniques and proper body mechanics.
7. Unit-Specific Job Function:
   • Provides care for surgical patients, tailoring care based on procedure, anesthesia type, and patient condition.
   • Monitors patient reaction and comprehension of instructions.
8. Responsibility and Accountability:
   • Prioritizes and directs patient care according to patient needs and condition changes.
9. Patient Education and Chart Completion:
   • Assesses patient understanding of procedures and instructions.
   • Performs pre- and post-operative assessments and teaching.
10. PAT-Specific Duties:
    • Completes pre-admission testing efficiently.
    • Reviews PAT orders for completeness and appropriateness based on patient age, health status, and planned surgery.

 
Education & Certification:

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (Associate required; Bachelor’s preferred)
• RN License – Required
• BLS – Required
• Dysrhythmia Certification – Required
• NIHSS/CEU’s (8 total) prior to start – Required

 
Experience:

• Minimum 1 year acute care hospital experience – Required

 
Physical Requirements:

• As defined by Occupational Safety/OMS

 
Hours Per Week: 36
Hours Per Day: 12
Days Per Week: 3