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Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical/Telemetry - Per Diem

  • California, Baldwin Park

  • 11/19/2025

  • Contract

  • Active

Job Description:

  • Job Summary
    We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Medical-Surgical Telemetry unit on a per diem basis. The RN will provide high-quality patient care, monitor telemetry patients, and collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure safe and effective outcomes. Candidates must have at least 2 years of recent experience (within the last 3 years), be willing to work a minimum of 2 shifts per week, and have Epic EMR experience. Block booking will be available up to 3 weeks in advance.

    Key Responsibilities
    1. Monitor 3–6 telemetry patients, including continuous ECG rhythm interpretation
    2. Assess vital signs, pain levels, neurological status, and respiratory patterns at regular intervals
    3. Recognize and report dysrhythmias, rhythm changes, and other cardiac alerts promptly
    4. Perform comprehensive medical-surgical assessments and document findings in the EMR system
    5. Administer medications (oral, IV, subcutaneous) and monitor for side effects
    6. Manage IV lines, peripheral lines, central lines, and infusion pumps
    7. Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), mobility, and fall-prevention interventions
    8. Provide wound care, dressing changes, and monitor surgical sites
    9. Track fluid balance, intake/output, and perform bladder scans as ordered
    10. Deliver post-operative care, including frequent assessments and monitoring for complications

    Required Qualifications
    1. Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice
    2. Minimum of 2 years of recent (within the last 3 years) medical-surgical/telemetry experience
    3. Epic EMR experience (required)
    4. Strong knowledge of telemetry monitoring and med-surg nursing practices
    5. Excellent communication, organizational, and critical-thinking skills

    Preferred Qualifications (if any)
    1. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree
    2. Prior experience in per diem or flexible scheduling roles
    3. Advanced knowledge of post-operative care and cardiac monitoring

    Certifications (if any)
    1. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required)
    2. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification (preferred)

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