Telemetry Nurse Role
As a telemetry nurse at , you will be specializing in caring for patients who require continuous cardiac monitoring.
Main Responsibilities:
- Interpret patients' heart rhythms using electronic equipment and identify potential complications or abnormalities.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide appropriate interventions and treatment.
- Provide general nursing care, including administering medications and treatments as ordered by physicians.
- Educate patients on heart-related conditions and lifestyle modifications to promote healthy living.
Key Skills:
- Ability to interpret ECG readings and recognize abnormal heart rhythms.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with interdisciplinary teams.
- Strong problem-solving skills to identify potential complications and develop effective interventions.
- Compassion and empathy when working with patients and families experiencing cardiac issues.
Work Environment:
You will typically work in a telemetry or step-down unit, where you will be responsible for monitoring patients' cardiac activity and responding to any changes or abnormalities.