Telemetry units in hospitals are units where patients are under constant electronic monitoring. … Telemetry nurses monitor vital signs and rapidly respond to any sudden changes in patient status.

What type of patients are on the telemetry unit?

A telemetry nurse works with patients who suffer from heart disease, heart failure and complications associated with cardiac conditions. Telemetry nurses may also provide medical care to patients recovering from cardiac procedures like coronary bypass surgeries or stent placements.

What do Tele nurses do?

What is a Telemetry Nurse? A Telemetry or Progressive Care Nurse monitors patients with heart disease and other serious medical conditions using an electrocardiogram or other vital sign measuring devices.