Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry - in Chicago, IL

Patient Assessment and Monitoring:

• Continuously monitor vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, oxygen saturation, and respiratory function, ensuring early detection of any complications.
• Perform comprehensive assessments on critically ill cardiac patients, including cardiovascular and neurological status, and document findings.
• Utilize advanced technology and equipment to monitor and interpret telemetry, ECG, and other cardiac data.

Cardiac Care and Interventions:

• Administer prescribed medications, including antiarrhythmics, anticoagulants, diuretics, pain management, and vasoactive agents to stabilize cardiac function.
• Assist in managing mechanical support devices such as intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABP), ventricular assist devices (VAD), and other circulatory support systems.
• Provide post-operative care for patients recovering from cardiac surgeries, such as coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), valve replacement, or heart transplants.
• Prepare and manage patients for invasive cardiac procedures, such as catheterizations, angioplasties, or electrophysiology studies.

Critical Care and Emergency Response:

• Respond quickly to life-threatening arrhythmias, cardiac arrest, or acute cardiovascular complications, administering immediate interventions like CPR or defibrillation.
• Manage patients experiencing acute heart failure, cardiogenic shock, or severe hypertension, adjusting treatments to stabilize hemodynamics.
• Monitor and support patients with acute coronary syndrome (ACS) or post-surgical complications, ensuring appropriate interventions are delivered promptly.

Patient Education and Support:

• Educate patients and families about cardiac conditions, treatment plans, and the importance of lifestyle changes such as diet, exercise, and smoking cessation.
• Counsel patients on the potential outcomes of their condition and treatment options, providing emotional support for both the patient and their family.
• Teach patients about post-hospital care, including medications, activity limitations, and follow-up appointments for ongoing cardiac management.

Collaboration with Healthcare Team:

• Collaborate with cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, respiratory therapists, dietitians, and other specialists to develop and implement individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds to discuss patient progress, changes in clinical status, and adjustments to care plans.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team regarding patient conditions, treatment goals, and any changes in the care plan.

Documentation and Record-Keeping:

• Document all patient assessments, interventions, medications, and responses in the patient’s electronic health record (EHR), ensuring accuracy and compliance with…