Registered Nurse; RN - Telemetry - Per Diem

Position: Registered Nurse (RN) - Telemetry - Per Diem

• Location:
  
  Anaheim, California
• Type: PRN
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A Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) specializes in monitoring and caring for patients with acute or chronic cardiovascular conditions who do not require intensive care. They work in hospitals, usually in step-down or progressive care units, to interpret EKG data, track vital signs, administer medications, and promptly intervene during cardiac incidents. Core Responsibilities & Duties Cardiac Monitoring:
Continuously monitor heart rhythms (EKGs/ECG) and vital signs (blood pressure, (O_{2}) saturation) to identify irregularities.

Data Interpretation:
Analyze data from telemetry machines to spot, record, and report abnormalities in real-time.

Patient Care:
Administer medications, treatments, and post-operative care, particularly for cardiac patients.

Emergency Response:
Quickly respond to changes in patient condition, including initiating CPR and using defibrillation equipment.

Collaboration &

Education:

Work with physicians and teams to develop care plans and educate patients/families on heart health and lifestyle. Requirements & Qualifications Active RN License (specifically in the state of employment).ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) and BLS (Basic Life Support) certifications.

Prior experience in Medical-Surgical or Acute Care settings is often preferred.

Strong critical thinking, communication, and technical skills to manage monitoring equipment. Work Environment Typically fast-paced hospital settings, including step-down units, cardiac care units, or progressive care units.

Requires standing for long periods, walking, and the ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs.