Overview
Telemetry RNs (Tele RNs) consult with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans. The Tele RN utilizes machines that measure a patient’s heart rate, blood pressure, breathing rate, as well as blood oxygen levels and electrocardiogram information. Tele RN job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Tele RNs prepare, administer, and record prescribed medications and report an adverse reaction to medications in accordance with policies
- Prepare equipment and assist physician during examination and treatment of patient
- Identify irregular telemetry readings and notify the appropriate medical team member
- Monitor specialized equipment used on patients and interpret electronic displays
Requirements
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Minimum of 1 recent year experience in Tele and 2 years of experience as a RN
- Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, techniques, and procedures.
- Ability to organize, plan, coordinate, and evaluate nursing services.
- Ability to apply nursing techniques effectively.
- Ability to maintain good working relationships with colleagues.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to respond effectively to cultural and language needs of patients and visitors.
- Some computer skills.
- Current RN license issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact RN license (eNLC).
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
- Bachelor of Science (or higher) in Nursing from an accredited program.
- The position is for a med/surg unit, not accepting OR candidates.
- The role involves working either standard med/surg or stepdown patients depending on staffing needs, particularly with float staffing involving ICU nurses.
- Transplant experience (Preferred)
- Stepdown/Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience (Preferred)
- Preceptor and charge nurse experience (Preferred)
- ENT and/or Transplant experience (Preferred)
Location(s)
Shift(s)
Unique Gifted Benefits
- Guaranteed Pay - With Guaranteed Pay, you’ll never have to worry about not getting paid if your shift gets canceled for low census. Contact your recruiter for complete details.
- Premium Overtime – You will receive 2x your hourly rate on travel assignments for all overtime hours worked (excluding local, PRN, CA, Govt assignments).
- Weekly Pay - We pay you weekly so you can focus on your career and your life.
About Gifted Healthcare
Gifted Healthcare is a staffing agency that offers travel, local, and per diem work at premier healthcare facilities across the United States. We are dedicated to connecting talented healthcare professionals with outstanding opportunities.
This Travel Tele RN position in Oklahoma, provides a fantastic chance to advance your career while exploring a new community. If you meet the qualifications and are ready for your next adventure, apply today to connect with a recruiter about this and other exciting opportunities.
Apply now to connect with a recruiter about this and other exciting opportunities.
Job Types: Full-time, Travel nursing, Contract
Pay: $2,263.36 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you willing to relocate to Oklahoma for the duration of this contract?
Experience:
- RN: 2 years (Required)
- Telemetry: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
Work Location: On the road
