Charge Nurse - Cardiac Telemetry, Sign-on Bonus Available at Piedmont Henry Hospital summary:
The Charge Nurse in Cardiac Telemetry oversees patient care on a 32-bed cardiac/pulmonary unit, managing complex cardiac conditions and coordinating nursing staff during shifts. Responsibilities include direct clinical care, patient telemetry monitoring, arrhythmia management, post-procedure care, and serving as a resource for nursing staff. The role requires a registered nursing license, hospital experience, and certification in BLS, with preference for advanced specialty certifications and a bachelor's degree.
Description:
SIGN-ON BONUS UP TO $5,000 AVAILABLE Charge Nurse, full-time days Piedmont Henry Hospital
4 South Cardiac Telemetry
Its Time to Get Better at Piedmont! Join us at Piedmont Henry as we continue to grow! We are a 32 bed Cardiac/Pulmonary Unit with Hospitalists /APPs 24/7. Also included in our staff mix are Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, Respiratory Therapists, and Patient Care Technicians. Typical nurse to patient ratio is 1:4/ 1:5.
4 South
32 Beds
Arrythmia Management
o Cardioversion
o Pharmacologic Management
o Tikosyn Loading
Management of titratable Cardiac drips
o Amiodarone, Milrinone, Cardizem, Bumex, Heparin, Dobutamine, Dopamine, Lasix, Nitroglycerine
Management of Bipap
Telemetry Monitoring
Management of High-Flow
Management of post intra-cardiac defibrillator and pacemaker placement
Post Cardiac-catherization Care
o TR Band Management
DKA management
o Glucommander and titratable Insulin drip RESPONSIBLE FOR: Coordinates the delivery of quality nursing care for patients from birth through the lifecycle, as well as operational issues during his/her shift. Provides clinical care as needed when census demands. Communicates patient care, departmental issues, and staff concerns to the appropriate leader(s). Serves as resource for guidance and assistance to the staff.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED: Graduate of a nursing program.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: One year of nursing experience in a hospital setting required.
MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW: Current License in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse or NLC/eNLC Multistate License. BLS certification required.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Two or more years of nursing experience in a hospital setting preferred. Bachelor's degree preferred. Advanced certification in field of specialty, if applicable. Demonstrated clinical competency.
Keywords:
Charge Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry, Patient Care Coordination, Arrhythmia Management, Telemetry Monitoring, Post-Cardiac Procedure Care, Registered Nurse, Hospital Nursing, BLS Certification, Cardiac Nursing