Travel Cardiac Telemetry RN - $1,948 per week

American Traveler; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 109,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match

Substantial housing stipends

24/7 support

Job summary

A travel nursing agency is seeking an experienced RN for a night shift Telemetry position in Hickory, North Carolina. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years experience and required AHA certifications, such as BLS and ACLS. Responsibilities include providing care for a cardiac patient population on a telemetry unit. Benefits include medical and dental insurance, generous housing stipends, and 24/7 support for nurses throughout their assignments. The contract duration is 13 weeks with full-time hours.

Qualifications

• Active NC or Compact RN license required.
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required.
• Associate's degree in Nursing required.
• AHA certifications (BLS and ACLS) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for cardiac patients on a telemetry unit.
• Maintain a patient ratio of 4:1.
• Document patient care and treatment in Cerner EHR.

Skills

Telemetry nursing

AHA certifications: BLS and ACLS

Experience with LifePak, Zoll, and Masimo equipment

Patient assessment skills

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Tools

Cerner EHR

Zoll

Masimo equipment

Cerner

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Hickory, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Hickory, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 04/13/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Apr 13, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a night shift Telemetry position at a cardiac-focused medical center in Hickory, NC, requiring a minimum of 2 years of experience and AHA certifications.

Details

• Night shift schedule: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• 13-week contract
• Medical Surgical Telemetry unit with 24 beds
• Cardiac patient population ranging from young adults to elderly adults
• Common diagnoses and treatments include chest pain, A-fib, CHF, pre- and post-care for cardiac caths (groin and radial), and VATS
• Patient ratio of 4:1
• Equipment includes LifePak, Zoll, and Masimo monitoring devices
• Cerner EHR (experience preferred)
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• May occasionally float to IMCU, NPCU, and/or Surgical units

Requirements

• Active NC or Compact RN license required
• AHA certifications required: BLS and ACLS
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Associate's degree in Nursing required
• Experience with LifePak, Zoll, and Masimo equipment required
• Cerner experience preferred
• Social Security number and date of birth required for consideration
• Candidates must reside more than 60 miles from the facility to qualify for the travel rate

Additional Information

• Part of a Duke LifePoint Health system — candidates who have worked permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months are not eligible
• Cannot be employed full-time elsewhere during the assignment
• Orientation is held twice monthly
• Any color scrubs are acceptable
• Family-oriented unit culture

American Traveler Job ID #P-685425. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Telemetry

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.