RN Telemetry Per Diem Nights

Job Summary

This is a per diem position working night shift in the Telemetry unit at Oro Valley Hospital. Our Telemetry unit is 30 beds and cares for patients with various cardiovascular conditions. The telemetry nurses will monitor the cardiac and vascular systems, administer heart medications, and manage acute and chronic heart conditions. They educate patients and families, support and motivate lifestyle changes.

Telemetry offers a pathway to critical care.

• Coordinates and delivers high‑quality, patient‑centered care in accordance with organizational policies.
• Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings accurately, reporting changes in condition.
• Utilizes knowledge of human growth and development to provide age‑appropriate care and education.
• Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration per standards of practice.
• Assists physicians during procedures within scope of competency and skill level.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans.
• Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life‑saving interventions, such as CPR and code team activities.
• Advocates for patient rights and needs, ensuring their voices are heard.
• Provides patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post‑discharge care.
• Implements infection control protocols to prevent healthcare‑associated infections.
• Monitors and operates medical equipment (IV pumps, monitors, ventilators) as needed.
• Promotes patient safety by adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a safe environment.
• Participates in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks.
• Demonstrates responsible decision‑making in planning and delegating care.
• Documents patient care and education thoroughly and promptly.
• Engages in professional development to maintain clinical competency.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives to enhance outcomes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

• 1+ years of RN Telemetry/Cardiac experience.

• Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
• Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
• Proficient in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documentation.
• Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives.

• RN
  - Registered Nurse
  - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required.
• BCLS
  - Basic Life Support required.
• ACLS
  - Advanced Cardiac Life Support required.

Equal opportunity employer: race, gender, disability and Veteran status, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.