Job Description
Job Description
Nursing degree, active registered nurse (RN) license and minimum 1+ years RN experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.
A rewarding opportunity is available for a registered nurse with stepdown care expertise to support acute cardiac and medical patients. This contract role focuses on providing outstanding clinical care and close patient monitoring in a dynamic Cardiac Medical Unit. The position requires proficiency in telemetry and advanced nursing skills to manage complex cardiovascular conditions and related procedures.
Key Qualifications and Desired Experience:
- Current RN licensure with stepdown or telemetry nursing experience
- Skilled in cardiac patient management including CHF, chest pain, COPD, and stroke overflow cases
- Competency with advanced unit procedures such as thoracentesis, pacemakers, cardiac catheterizations, tracheostomies, and peritoneal dialysis
- Certification in ASLS and BLS required
- Familiarity with Meditech Expanse electronic documentation system preferred
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented unit caring for up to 20 patients, with a ratio of 5:1
Location Details:
This role is based in a reputable medical centers Main Campus in Portsmouth, NH, on the picturesque seacoast. Portsmouth offers a charming coastal environment rich in history, dining, and arts, providing an excellent quality of life outside work. Its easy to access and welcoming to healthcare professionals seeking an enriching practice setting.
Typical Responsibilities:
- Deliver comprehensive cardiac stepdown care with emphasis on telemetry monitoring
- Manage and assess patients with complex cardiac and respiratory conditions, maintaining safety and comfort
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams during bedside shift rounds and provide thorough handoffs
- Adhere to unit policies and professional dress code to uphold care standards
- Utilize technology and equipment including IV pumps, Sara Steadys, Hi-flow, Bipap, and Kangaroo pumps effectively
Schedule:
- Three 12-hour shifts per week plus every other weekend or a four-week shift rotation, allowing for work-life balance
This contract role offers an engaging professional environment where skilled nurses can grow their expertise in a recognized stroke center and Level II trauma hospital. If you have the required skills and want to contribute to high-quality cardiac care, we encourage you to apply today.