Job Description
Job Description
Nursing degree, active registered nurse (RN) license and minimum 1+ years RN experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.
A registered nurse with telemetry skills is needed to provide skilled care across multiple medical-surgical telemetry units. This role requires flexibility to float between up to eight different hospital units, offering a dynamic and varied nursing experience. The position is contract-based with night shifts, including every other weekend, totaling 36 hours per week.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor cardiac rhythms and interpret telemetry strips every four hours.
- Administer cardiac drips accurately and provide critical cardiac care.
- Float among various units including medical-surgical telemetry, emergency department, acute mental health, and ICU transfer-ready patients.
- Deliver safe and effective medication administration and patient care.
- Maintain clear, timely documentation using the EPIC electronic medical record system.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure patient-centered care.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Current Massachusetts Registered Nurse license.
- AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Minimum of two years of acute care hospital experience.
- Proficiency in telemetry monitoring with the ability to measure intervals and interpret strips.
- Experience with TR Band and cardiac drips preferred.
- Ability to manage patient assignments with clinician-to-patient ratios up to 6:1 on nights.
Location:Cambridge, MA, is a vibrant city known for its rich academic environment, diverse cultural scene, and excellent access to public transportation. Working here provides opportunities to enjoy historic sites, abundant green spaces, and vibrant dining options while being close to major metropolitan hubs.
Additional Benefits and Perks:
- Free on-site parking available for staff convenience.
- Exposure to a diverse patient population across multiple specialized units.
- Opportunity to enhance clinical skills and adaptability through floating assignments.
Schedule:
- Nights and every other weekend
- 36 hours per week
This contract opportunity is ideal for nurses seeking to expand their telemetry expertise in a challenging and supportive environment. Candidates willing to float and embrace diverse clinical settings are encouraged to apply. Take the next step in your nursing career by submitting your application today.
Compensation for this position ranges from $26.59 to $50.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.