Telemetry Nurse
Telemetry Nurse
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Overview
Located conveniently in the heart ofPhoenix ArizonaSt. Josephs Hospital and Medical Centeris a 571-bed not-for-profit hospital that provides a wide range of health social and support services. Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy St. Josephs was the first hospital in the Phoenix area. More than125years later St. Josephs remains dedicated to its mission of caring for the poor and underserved.
We are extremely proud to be a nationally recognized center for quality quaternary care medical education and research. St. Josephs includes the internationally renownedBarrow Neurological InstituteNorton Thoracic InstituteCancer Center at St. JosephsIvy Brain Tumor Center andSt. Josephs Level I Trauma Center(which is verified by the American College of Surgeons). The hospital is also a respected center for high-risk obstetrics neuro-rehabilitation orthopedics and other medical . Josephs is considered a sought-after destination hospital for treating the most complex cases from throughout the world. Every day approximately 20 percent of the hospitals patients have traveled from outside of Arizona and the United States to seek treatment at St. Josephs.
U.S News & World Reportroutinely ranks St. Josephs among the top hospitals in the United States for neurology and neurosurgery. In addition St. Josephs boasts the Creighton University School of Medicine at St. Josephs and a strategic alliance with Phoenix Childrens Hospital.
St. Josephs is consistently named an outstanding place to work and one of Arizonas healthiest employers. Come grow your career with one ofArizonas Most Admired Companies.
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Responsibilities
As a Telemetry Nurse at SJHMC youll play a crucial role in our patient care team. Your expertise will be instrumental in caring for patients admitted to our unit many of whom are funneled in from other units. This unique patient mix provides an excellent opportunity to build on your education and experience in specialized service lines such as cardiac telemetry orthopedics neurology critical care surgical services and emergency.
Tower 5 at St. Josephs Hospital and Medical Center is a 30-bed medical telemetry unit. The unit cares for a wide range of medical conditions including liver disease kidney disease diabetes and cardiac conditions. Tower 5 has so much variety in its patients. You will learn something new every day and never be bored. Many of our nurses are certified. There are opportunities for members to participate in committees and support the unit. Our patients many of whom are underserved greatly appreciate the care they receive making your role here incredibly impactful. Tower 5 is a great place to learn and grow.
Your success in this role is driven by your passion to help others with a patient-first mindset. Your keen assessment skills critical thinking and a sense of urgency are the pillars of your career advancement. Youll thrive in our dynamic fast-paced clinical environment where each day presents new challenges and opportunities for growth. This role is not for the faint-hearted but for those who are ready to embrace the high-energy work setting and the rewarding experiences it brings.
Responsibilities:
- Track routine heart rate blood pressure and pulse ox levels
- Quickly report and address any changes in condition
- Patiently and thoroughly explain tests results and procedures to patients and family members
- Educate patients on post-hospital care including prescribed medicine care maintenance and prevention
Dignity Health now offers an Education Benefit program for benefit-eligible employees after 180 days. This program provides debt relief and student loan assistance to help you achieve your goals. Full-time employees can receive up to $18000 over five years while part-time employees can receive up to $9000. Join our team at Dignity Health to take advantage of this amazing opportunity!
Qualifications
Minimum:
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. AZ RN license
American Heart Association BLS certification
Preferred:
BSN
Professional certification in area of specialty
One year recent acute care experience
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