Travel Tele RN in Alexandria, Louisiana
Elmer, LA, 71424, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- Telemetry Nurse
- Registered Nurse
- Patient Care
The Travel Telemetry Registered Nurse (Tele RN) is responsible for monitoring patients' vital signs and cardiac activity using specialized telemetry equipment. They collaborate with healthcare teams to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, including administering medications and assisting physicians during examinations. The role requires identifying abnormal telemetry readings and ensuring timely communication with medical staff to provide optimal patient care.
Telemetry RNs (Tele RNs) consult with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans. The Tele RN utilizes machines that measure a patient's heart rate, blood pressure, breathing rate, as well as blood oxygen levels and electrocardiogram information. Tele RN job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Tele RNs prepare, administer, and record prescribed medications and report an adverse reaction to medications in accordance with policies
- Prepare equipment and assist physician during examination and treatment of patient
- Identify irregular telemetry readings and notify the appropriate medical team member
- Monitor specialized equipment used on patients and interpret electronic displays




