About the position
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Local Contract Nurse RN specializing in Telemetry to join our team in McAllen, TX. This position offers a competitive pay range of $43 to $51 per hour and is structured as a full-time role with a 12-hour shift schedule. The contract duration is set for 13 weeks, requiring a commitment of 36 hours per week. As a Local Contract Nurse, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality patient care in a telemetry unit, where monitoring and managing patients with heart-related conditions is essential. The ideal candidate will possess a degree from an accredited nursing school and have a minimum of one year of acute care experience in a hospital setting. You will be expected to demonstrate a fierce dedication to patient care and an adventurous spirit, as you will be part of a dynamic healthcare environment. Your responsibilities will include monitoring patients' vital signs, administering medications, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Joining our team means becoming part of a culture that values care and improvement of human life. We have been an industry leader for over 25 years, and we are passionate about providing our clinicians with opportunities for growth and development. Whether you are looking for new graduate nursing apprenticeship programs, per diem nursing jobs, travel contracts, or interim leadership positions, we offer a wide range of career opportunities to suit your professional aspirations.
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality patient care in a telemetry unit.
- Monitor patients' vital signs and report any changes to the healthcare team.
- Administer medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Document patient care activities accurately and timely.
- Educate patients and their families about health conditions and care plans.
Requirements
- Valid RN License.
- Degree from an accredited nursing school.
- Minimum 1-year acute care experience in a hospital setting.
- Appropriate certifications for telemetry nursing.
Benefits
- Access to a wide range of career opportunities in healthcare.
- Supportive culture focused on care and improvement of human life.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
