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Registered Nurse RN- Acute Telemetry
Company : Prime Healthcare Services
Location : Chicago, IL, 60631
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 31 December 2025
Overview
- Department: Acute Telemetry
- Schedule: Full Time, 7:00am - 7:30pm with alternating weekends
- Hospital: Resurrection Medical Center
- Location: Chicago, IL 60631
- Sign-On Bonus: Up to $10,000
Responsibilities
The 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. Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current.
4. Basic Arrythmia Interpretation within 30 days of hire.
5. Previous Acute Care hospital experience preferred.
6. Ventilator Management experience preferred.
7. 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/
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Pay Transparency
Resurrection 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
DaysEqual 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
Cardiac telemetry demands constant patient monitoring, requiring acute telemetry nurses in Chicago to quickly interpret arrhythmias and respond to changes. This specialization shapes their daily duties by blending advanced cardiac assessment with med-surg care, ensuring precise interventions in busy hospital settings like Resurrection Medical Center.
Yes, Illinois acute telemetry nurses often pursue ACLS and basic arrhythmia interpretation certifications shortly after hire. These credentials are critical for managing cardiac patients effectively and are frequently requested by employers to ensure readiness for telemetry monitoring and emergency response.
Acute telemetry RNs excel in cardiac monitoring and interpreting diagnostic data, skills that are less emphasized in general nursing. Their ability to act swiftly on cardiac symptom changes, combined with ventilator management knowledge, sets them apart in Chicago’s acute care environment.
Prime Healthcare offers flexible benefits allowing telemetry nurses to tailor health coverage, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement to personal needs. This approach supports professional growth and wellness, reflecting their commitment to staff empowerment in demanding acute telemetry roles.
Salary offers range broadly based on experience, education, and certifications, from approximately $35.35 to $53.58 per hour. Prime Healthcare considers multiple factors during hiring, so candidates with ACLS certification and acute care experience may negotiate toward the higher end.
Chicago's growing healthcare sector maintains steady demand for telemetry nurses due to aging populations and cardiac care needs. Competition is moderate; nurses with BSN degrees and cardiac certifications stand out, increasing chances for securing positions like those at Resurrection Medical Center.
Telehealth nursing focuses on remote patient monitoring and virtual consultations, while acute telemetry nursing involves bedside cardiac monitoring and immediate clinical interventions. Chicago nurses transitioning between these roles must adapt from hands-on to technology-driven patient engagement.
Yes, Prime Healthcare provides tuition reimbursement and various educational benefits, encouraging telemetry RNs to advance clinical knowledge and certifications. This support fosters career development tailored to the evolving demands of cardiac telemetry nursing.
Day shifts generally run from 7:00 am to 7:30 pm with alternating weekends, requiring flexibility and stamina. Nurses must manage uninterrupted patient care during these extended hours, balancing high acuity telemetry responsibilities with team coordination.
Telemetry nurses monitor cardiac rhythms, assess patient vitals, and collaborate closely with physicians. Their day includes interpreting diagnostic tests, educating patients and families, and rapidly responding to clinical changes, reflecting the dynamic nature of acute telemetry nursing in Chicago.