REGISTERED NURSE: University Hospital (Central Staffing Resources Adult Telemetry Cluster)

This is a Central Staffing Resource RN position which involves staffing assignments in the Adult Telemetry Cluster. This RN would be part of our Central Staffing Resource Department in the Adult Telemetry Cluster.

Responsibilities of the Adult Telemetry Cluster

To provide safe and effective nursing care as assigned to patients in each of the 7 adult units requiring cardiac monitoring. This includes caring for patients from surgical, medical and various cardiac stepdown units. To determine functional status and initiate appropriate action. Report significant changes in patient condition. Provide nursing care to patients including the administration of medications and treatments ordered and assist with diagnostic procedures. Assess and monitor patient status, including response to medications and therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. Identify problems presented by patients and families and initiate appropriate intervention. Operate and monitor patient care equipment. Document patient care, including changes in patient status. Identify needs and educate patients and families about their disease process and the application of the therapeutic plan. Formulate individual care plans and evaluate nursing care. Participate in ensuring patient safety. Participate in health team activities. Assist in research studies and quality assurance activities.

Required Qualifications:

• Current Michigan Registered Nurse License
• Must have one (1) year or more of recent RN experience working with adult telemetry patients
• *Must be able to pass the CSR EKG exam at the interview with at least an 80% 
• Current ACLS Certification
• BSN preferred

Candidate should demonstrate expertise in communication and problem solving skills within all levels of the health care team as evidenced by interviews, documentation, writing skills, and references.

Ability to work in a team atmosphere utilizing effective delegation skills.

Ability to demonstrate problem solving skills.

Candidates must demonstrate the ability to be accountable and dependable as evidenced by completion of mandatories and unit based competencies.

Experience floating to multiple units helpful.

Familiarity with Microsoft office and Outlook.

Salary & Nursing Framework Level:

This UMPNC RN posting is posted as Nursing Framework LEVEL C.

Actual Nursing Framework LEVEL and salary will be determined at time of hire.

Nursing Framework levels range from Level A to Level F.

Hours: 36 hrs (0.9)

Shift: Nights, 12hr shifts

Location: Central Staffing Resources; Adult Telemetry Cluster

If you have questions regarding this posting or would like assistance with nursing opportunities please contact Nurse Recruitment at (734) 936-5183.