Job Description
An opportunity exists for a Stepdown Registered Nurse with telemetry expertise at a respected medical center in Hopewell, VA. This contract position calls for experienced travel nurses residing at least 50 miles from the facility. The role requires a strong background in acute care nursing with a focus on telemetry patients, ensuring high-quality care for individuals with complex cardiovascular and neurological conditions.
- Qualifications & Desired Experience:
- Current RN license in compact state or state of practice
- Minimum 1 year of recent acute care nursing experience
- At least 1 year of travel nursing experience preferred
- Telemetry experience required; EPIC electronic health record experience preferred
- Required certifications: NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS), ACLS, BLS
- Proficient in rhythm analysis (dysrhythmia exam required; study guide provided)
- Ability to manage care for patients with multi-system organ failure, post-stroke, Afib, CHF exacerbations
- Comfortable managing drips including Amiodarone, Cardizem, Nitro, and Heparin (non-titratable)
- Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and patient advocacy abilities
- Responsibilities:
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments; create and implement care plans
- Administer medications safely and monitor treatment effectiveness
- Serve as liaison for care coordination among interdisciplinary teams and families
- Employ principles of evidence-based practice and patient safety
- May float to other Med/Surg units based on staffing needs
- Work 12-hour night shifts, every other weekend and major holidays
- Maintain ratios typically 1:4-5; wear designated scrubs in navy blue and/or white
Location Insight:
Hopewell, VA, is a charming city situated along the Appomattox River rich in history and southern hospitality. The area offers a mix of urban amenities and outdoor recreational opportunities, making it an inviting place for travel nurses eager to experience a welcoming community during their assignments.
This contract position is ideal for travel nurses seeking an engaging, challenging environment with competitive scheduling every other weekend and comprehensive training tools to ensure success. Candidates must be flexible and prepared to work nights and holidays while delivering compassionate, high-level care to complex patients.
Apply today to advance your telemetry nursing career in a supportive and dynamic setting while expanding your professional expertise on this travel contract opportunity.
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