Registered Nurse – Medical-Surgical / Telemetry Unit - RNMST 26-01256
Job Title: Registered Nurse – Medical-Surgical / Telemetry Unit
Location: Ithaca, NY
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift:
Night Shift (3 × 12-hour shifts per week)
Day Shift (3 × 12-hour shifts per week)
Hours per Week: 36 hours
Patient Ratio: 1:4 – 1:5
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Medical-Surgical / Telemetry Registered Nurse to provide high-quality, patient-centered care in an acute care hospital setting. This role requires strong clinical judgment, the ability to manage multiple patients, and experience caring for telemetry patients with varying acuity levels.
Responsibilities
Deliver comprehensive nursing care to adult medical-surgical and telemetry patients
Monitor and interpret cardiac telemetry rhythms and report changes promptly
Perform patient assessments, administer medications, and implement individualized care plans
Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record
Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatments, and discharge plans
Ensure patient safety, infection control, and compliance with hospital policies
Required Qualifications
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (state or compact)
Minimum 1–2 years of recent Medical-Surgical and/or Telemetry experience
BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required
Strong cardiac monitoring and rhythm interpretation skills
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced acute care environment
For more details reach at ukhan@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 518-862-1204.
About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.