White Rock Medical Center
Telemetry RN (FT Days) – White Rock Medical Center
White Rock Medical Center is a community-based hospital located near the historic White Rock Lake community, serving the Dallas, Garland, Mesquite and surrounding areas. We specialize in a wide range of services including comprehensive medical/surgical care, bariatric, cardiology, outpatient and emergency medicine.
Our mission is to deliver exceptional healthcare with compassion and excellence.
We are seeking compassionate, care-minded individuals to join our team and make a difference. As a member of the White Rock Medical Center team, you can advance your skills while working in a supportive and patient-focused environment.
Apply today!
Benefits
Competitive salary and benefits
Employee programs and events
Paid Time Off and 7 Company Holidays
Employer paid life insurance
Additional voluntary benefits such as STD, LTD, etc.
Job Summary The Telemetry RN is responsible for the provision and coordination of patient-centered care. The RN coordinates care to achieve desired outcomes, participates in patient and family teaching and provides leadership by delegating and working cooperatively and collaboratively with ancillary nursing and other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice and performance in the clinical setting. The RN must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and service appropriate to the age of the patients served in his/her area.
Essential Functions
Collects current symptoms, detailed patient history and consults and coordinates with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement & evaluate patient care plans.
Organizes and plans care of patients in the telemetry department with the ability to assess, determine treatment rationale and delivery, follow protocols, administer medications with accuracy and knowledge, educate patients.
Accurately obtains & records results of assessment, care delivery, medication and administration, treatments, responses in the electronic medical record or on designation documentation packets.
Performs daily checks of and cleans equipment such as but not limited to monitors, code equipment, crash cart checks and oxygen cylinders.
Prepares and administers medications using the rights established by the Texas Board of Nursing and facility policies and procedures.
Maintains care standards established by the Telemetry Nurses Association and facility policies and procedures.
Uses clear, concise, professional communication with coworkers, patients, all customers internal and external.
Uses AIDET in interactions with patients and family members. Utilizes white boards for patient communication.
Monitors patients using proper equipment as ordered.
Triages patients appropriately using the ESI system.
Arrives to work prepared to receive patient report on time.
Provides discharge instructions, follow up care and education to patients and family members.
Abides by HIPAA regulations.
Utilizes SBAR when communicating with oncoming shift, physician communication and giving report to ancillary or other nursing services.
Speaks up to stop the line and escalates potential safety events if necessary.
Acts quickly, appropriately and with a sense of urgency and prioritization in delivery of patient care.
Stabilizes patients by coordination with medical staff providers, EMS, coworkers, patients and family members in a professional, calm manner.
Attends and/or completes monthly, annual and assigned training.
May float to other areas of the hospital as assigned.
Stocks assigned rooms, keeps work areas clean.
Other duties as assigned.
Behavioral Standards
Treats everyone as their customer; utilizes scripting and other tools to ensure consistency in customer service; Expresses recognition and shows appreciation to others; fully utilizes AIDET principles; responds quickly to handle requests, complaints and questions; displays a positive attitude.
Communication and Knowledge
Wears nametag properly; follows dress code policy; answers phone correctly and promptly; is prepared for meetings; meets deadlines; does not participate in gossip; acts ethically and treats others with respect; respects customer’s and co-worker’s time; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and co-workers.
Collaboration/Teamwork
Attends staff meetings; follows HIPAA guidelines; follows patient rights policy; complies with the compliance program; demonstrates knowledge of role in a disaster; demonstrates knowledge of fire and fire drill procedures; working knowledge of hospital emergency codes; always utilizes standard precautions in the clinical setting; safely manages the environment of care by demonstrating a working knowledge of the requirements of the Life Safety program, Utilities Management program, Hazardous Materials program, Emergency Preparedness program, Safety Management program, Medical Equipment Management program, Security Management program.
Requirements Experience
At minimum 6 month of RN experience
Communication, organizational, computer skills, team player, work independently and quickly
Must be able to properly read EKG
Education
Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing. BSN preferred
Current professional RN license issued and/or recognized by Board of Nurse examiners for the state of Texas
BLS, ACLS for AHA
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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Our mission is to deliver exceptional healthcare with compassion and excellence.
We are seeking compassionate, care-minded individuals to join our team and make a difference. As a member of the White Rock Medical Center team, you can advance your skills while working in a supportive and patient-focused environment.
Apply today!
Benefits
Competitive salary and benefits
Employee programs and events
Paid Time Off and 7 Company Holidays
Employer paid life insurance
Additional voluntary benefits such as STD, LTD, etc.
Job Summary The Telemetry RN is responsible for the provision and coordination of patient-centered care. The RN coordinates care to achieve desired outcomes, participates in patient and family teaching and provides leadership by delegating and working cooperatively and collaboratively with ancillary nursing and other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice and performance in the clinical setting. The RN must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and service appropriate to the age of the patients served in his/her area.
Essential Functions
Collects current symptoms, detailed patient history and consults and coordinates with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement & evaluate patient care plans.
Organizes and plans care of patients in the telemetry department with the ability to assess, determine treatment rationale and delivery, follow protocols, administer medications with accuracy and knowledge, educate patients.
Accurately obtains & records results of assessment, care delivery, medication and administration, treatments, responses in the electronic medical record or on designation documentation packets.
Performs daily checks of and cleans equipment such as but not limited to monitors, code equipment, crash cart checks and oxygen cylinders.
Prepares and administers medications using the rights established by the Texas Board of Nursing and facility policies and procedures.
Maintains care standards established by the Telemetry Nurses Association and facility policies and procedures.
Uses clear, concise, professional communication with coworkers, patients, all customers internal and external.
Uses AIDET in interactions with patients and family members. Utilizes white boards for patient communication.
Monitors patients using proper equipment as ordered.
Triages patients appropriately using the ESI system.
Arrives to work prepared to receive patient report on time.
Provides discharge instructions, follow up care and education to patients and family members.
Abides by HIPAA regulations.
Utilizes SBAR when communicating with oncoming shift, physician communication and giving report to ancillary or other nursing services.
Speaks up to stop the line and escalates potential safety events if necessary.
Acts quickly, appropriately and with a sense of urgency and prioritization in delivery of patient care.
Stabilizes patients by coordination with medical staff providers, EMS, coworkers, patients and family members in a professional, calm manner.
Attends and/or completes monthly, annual and assigned training.
May float to other areas of the hospital as assigned.
Stocks assigned rooms, keeps work areas clean.
Other duties as assigned.
Behavioral Standards
Treats everyone as their customer; utilizes scripting and other tools to ensure consistency in customer service; Expresses recognition and shows appreciation to others; fully utilizes AIDET principles; responds quickly to handle requests, complaints and questions; displays a positive attitude.
Communication and Knowledge
Wears nametag properly; follows dress code policy; answers phone correctly and promptly; is prepared for meetings; meets deadlines; does not participate in gossip; acts ethically and treats others with respect; respects customer’s and co-worker’s time; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and co-workers.
Collaboration/Teamwork
Attends staff meetings; follows HIPAA guidelines; follows patient rights policy; complies with the compliance program; demonstrates knowledge of role in a disaster; demonstrates knowledge of fire and fire drill procedures; working knowledge of hospital emergency codes; always utilizes standard precautions in the clinical setting; safely manages the environment of care by demonstrating a working knowledge of the requirements of the Life Safety program, Utilities Management program, Hazardous Materials program, Emergency Preparedness program, Safety Management program, Medical Equipment Management program, Security Management program.
Requirements Experience
At minimum 6 month of RN experience
Communication, organizational, computer skills, team player, work independently and quickly
Must be able to properly read EKG
Education
Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing. BSN preferred
Current professional RN license issued and/or recognized by Board of Nurse examiners for the state of Texas
BLS, ACLS for AHA
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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