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Registered Nurse RN - Medical Surgical Telemetry
Company : Prime Healthcare Services
Location : Des Plaines, IL, 60016
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 14 January 2026
Overview
- Department: Medical Surgical / Telemetry
- Schedule: Full Time, 7:00pm - 7:30am with alternating weekends
- Hospital: Holy Family Medical Center - LTACH
- Location: Des Plaines, IL 60016
- Sign-On Bonus: Up to $10,000
Responsibilities
The LTACH Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice. The Registered Nurse also directs and guides patient/family teaching and activities of other nursing personnel while maintaining standards of care in the Med/Surg Telemetry Unit. The Registered Nurse is directly responsible and accountable for the care given to their assigned patients. They communicate with the physician about changes in the patient’s clinical condition including cardiac monitoring, results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition and/or response to treatment.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
1. Current and valid state RN License.
2. Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.
3. Basic Arrythmia Interpretation within 30 days of hire.
4. Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current.
5. Previous Acute Care hospital experience preferred.
6. Ventilator Management experience preferred.
7. Medical-Surgical Nurse-Board Certified (RN-BC) or similar certification; preferred.
8. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/
Pay Transparency
Holy Family Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $35.35 to $53.58. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
Employment Status
Full TimeShift
NightsEqual Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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Frequently asked questions
Working nights from 7:00pm to 7:30am in telemetry nursing challenges your alertness due to continuous cardiac monitoring and acute patient needs. At Prime Healthcare in Des Plaines, the role requires quick decision-making for patient safety, especially during alternating weekends, making adaptability essential.
Key certifications include a current Illinois RN license, BLS, ACLS (within 30 days of hire), and basic arrhythmia interpretation. These credentials ensure readiness to handle telemetry patient care effectively, a must-have for positions like the one at Holy Family Medical Center.
Telemetry RNs manage continuous cardiac monitoring and respond swiftly to arrhythmias or sudden changes, requiring specialized clinical judgment. Unlike general med-surg nursing, this role demands proficiency in interpreting diagnostic data and coordinating with physicians instantly.
Prime Healthcare offers a competitive benefits package allowing telemetry nurses to tailor health, retirement, and tuition reimbursement options to their needs. This flexibility supports both professional growth and personal well-being within a comprehensive total rewards framework.
Hourly wages range approximately from $35.35 to $53.58, depending on experience and certifications. This aligns well with regional telemetry nursing salaries, reflecting the hospital's commitment to rewarding specialized skills and night shift demands.
Des Plaines has a steady demand for telemetry nurses due to local healthcare expansions and aging populations. Candidates with telemetry experience and certifications like ACLS are prioritized, as the market values skilled nurses who can manage complex cardiac cases overnight.
Telemetry RNs at Prime Healthcare focus heavily on cardiac monitoring and interpreting telemetry data to guide interventions. This contrasts with other specialties where patient acuity or treatment modalities vary, emphasizing continuous vigilance and rapid response in telemetry settings.
Travel RNs with telemetry expertise find opportunities at Prime Healthcare appealing due to competitive pay, sign-on bonuses, and the chance to work in a well-resourced LTACH setting. The role’s night shifts and patient acuity demand experienced clinicians comfortable with telemonitoring.
Yes, the company encourages ongoing professional development through tuition reimbursement and resources tailored to telemetry nursing, helping staff maintain credentials like RN-BC or advanced cardiac certifications crucial for career advancement.
While telemetry nursing primarily focuses on in-hospital cardiac monitoring, emerging telehealth practices offer remote patient data review and consultations. Telemetry RNs at Prime Healthcare may engage with telemedicine tools, reflecting a growing hybrid model in patient care.