What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Telemetry Nurse position at Lee's Summit Medical Center?
Lee's Summit Medical Center offers a unique opportunity for a Registered Nurse to join their team as a Medical Telemetry Nurse. This role involves delivering high-quality patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment, working collaboratively with medical providers and the care team to ensure positive clinical outcomes.
This unit is known for its challenging and rewarding work environment, with a 1:6 nurse to patient ratio and a variety of acuity levels including medical, surgical, neuro, pulmonary, renal, and more. The Medical Telemetry nurses assess acute changes in patients, monitor and analyze heart rhythms, and intervene in emergency situations.
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and critical thinking skills, with the ability to stay calm under pressure. A strong advocate for patients, families, and caregivers, this nurse will embody the organization's vision, mission, and values to ensure an outstanding patient experience.
- BLS certification required at hire and maintained
- ACLS required within 6 months
- Basic computer skills
