Registered Nurse Telemetry

Job Title

• Registered Nurse - Telemetry

Location

• Middlebury, VT

Schedule / Job Type

• Full-time, Night shifts

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialized nursing care to telemetry patients in a critical access hospital setting.
• Monitor and interpret cardiac telemetry data to detect arrhythmias and other cardiac issues.
• Administer medications and IV therapies using Alaris pumps and other equipment.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary team, including hospitalists and respiratory therapists, to ensure optimal patient care.
• Document patient information accurately in the EPIC electronic medical record system.
• Support patients across a range of diagnoses, including medical-surgical, orthopedic, urology, ENT, gynecology, and general surgery.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of recent medical-surgical telemetry nursing experience.
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Vermont.
• AHA BLS, AHA ACLS, and NIHSS certifications are required prior to the start date.
• Prior travel nursing experience preferred.
• EPIC electronic health record system experience within the past 2 years.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience in a Critical Access Hospital setting.
• Ability to work independently and quickly adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and strong communication skills.

Why Join Us

• Join a dedicated team within a supportive hospital environment committed to professional development and excellent patient care.
• Opportunity to work in a collaborative, team-oriented setting with a focus on growth and skill enhancement.

Additional Information

• This role requires reliable transportation; public transit is not accessible in this area.
• Vehicle equipped with all-season or snow tires during winter months is recommended.
• No block scheduling; shifts are scheduled 12 hours from 6:45 AM to 7:15 AM.
• Hospital operates on a voluntary rotation basis; night shift coverage is essential.
• Facility features include private and negative pressure rooms, 24/7 lab and radiology support, and a dedicated hospitalist team.
• Expect to support a patient census of up to 25 with patient ratios typically 1-4 or 5.
• Must have complete work history and explain gaps over 90 days per facility requirements.
• This position involves patient-centered care for a diverse patient population, from young adults to end-of-life patients.