vtech solutionLubbock, TX
Registered Nurse Neurology Telemetry
Registered Nurse Neurology Telemetry
Registered Nurse Neurology Telemetry
vtech solutionLubbock, TX
yesterday
General Medical and Surgical HospitalsSpecialty HospitalsNursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities)
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The Registered Nurse in the Medical/Surgical and Telemetry unit provides skilled nursing care to patients with neurological and other medical conditions. This role includes patient assessments, medication administration, treatment planning, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality care. The nurse is expected to manage a 1:4 patient ratio, work weekends, and float between units as needed. Strong communication and clinical skills are essential for success in this fast-paced acute care environment.
Responsibilities:
- Provide skilled nursing care to patients in the Medical/Surgical and Telemetry units, including neurological patients.
- Perform patient assessments, administer medications, and develop treatment plans.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care.
- Manage patient caseload with an expected nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4.Float between units as assigned to meet patient care needs.
- Adhere to hospital policies and procedures, including dress code requirements.
- Document patient care and communicate changes in patient status promptly.
- Required Skills & Certifications:
- Active Registered Nurse license in the state of practice.
- Minimum of 1 year nursing experience; 1st-year nurses are accepted.
- Clinical assessment, medication administration, and treatment planning skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced acute care hospital environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field preferred.
- Compliance with hospital dress code: solid navy blue uniforms or scrub attire for licensed nursing personnel.
- Preferred Skills & Certifications:
- Experience in neurological or telemetry nursing preferred.
- Previous experience floating between units.
- Experience working in a Level II Trauma Center or short-term acute care facility.
- Special Considerations:
- No on-call responsibilities required.
- Weekend work required: 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule.
- Floating between units is expected as assigned.48-hour shifts are not approved.
- Adherence to hospital uniform policy for licensed nurses.
- Parking available in unrestricted employee/visitor surface lots free of charge.
Scheduling:
Work schedule includes weekend shifts with no block scheduling required.
Shift assignments may vary due to floating between units.
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Level
Mid
Location
Lubbock, TX
Occupation
Registered Nurses
Industry
General Medical and Surgical Hospitals
Posted
yesterday