Travel RN - Cardiac Telemetry

American Traveler, LLC.; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High pay

Bonuses

Health insurance

401k

Weekly payroll

CEUs online

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Cardiac Telemetry RN for a night shift hospital assignment in Georgia. Requires GA or compact RN license, BLS/ACLS, 2+ years' experience, and prior charge nurse background.

Epic charting and telemetry expertise are essential, with readiness for 3x12h night shifts and limited on-call duties. The role includes patient care for post-MI/heart failure and arrhythmias, 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratios, continual charting via Epic, and travel flexibility.

Qualifications

• Active GA or compact RN license required.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required (NIHSS preferred).
• Minimum 2 years of experience required.
• Previous charge nurse experience required.
• Prior cardiac telemetry/EKG/Doppler experience required.
• Epic charting system experience required.
• Skilled in respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP, chest tubes, and oxygen administration.
• IV therapy, central/PICC line care, and blood product administration.
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and rapid response/code team activation.
• Experience with insulin drip titration and IV insulin protocols preferred.
• Pacemaker and pre/post cardiac cath/surgery experience required.
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Cardiac Telemetry unit in a hospital setting.
• Adult to geriatric patient population including post-MI, heart failure, arrhythmias, chest pain, and peripheral vascular disease cases.
• Patient ratio of 1:5 on a 16-bed unit with an average daily census of 16.
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00-07:30.
• 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule period.
• Floating required within facility and scope of practice as needed.
• No on-call requirements.
• Uses Epic EMR (required), Pyxis, and SBAR communication.
• Perform vital sign and blood glucose checks as part of daily patient care.
• Manage cardiac and vasoactive drips without titration responsibilities.
• Provide care for genitourinary/renal needs including CBI and pre/post hemodialysis management.
• Navy blue scrubs required.
• Maximum RTO of 7 days per contract, finalized at time of submission with no changes after offer or onsite.
• RTO blackout dates apply during Spring Break (April 4th-12th).
• Holiday coverage required based on number of major holidays falling within the assignment period.
• Local candidates accepted at the same bill rate.
• Permanent, PRN, or internal staff must be away from all facility locations for one full year before applying as a traveler.
• Travelers who cancel or are deemed unable to return must complete one assignment at another facility before reapplying.

Skills

Telemetry nursing

Critical care

Night shift stamina

Dysrhythmia interpretation

Rapid response activation

Education

RN license GA or compact

BLS

ACLS

NIHSS preferred

Tools

Epic EMR

Pyxis

SBAR communication

Job description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Cardiac Telemetry RN for a night shift hospital position requiring prior charge experience and GA or compact RN licensure.

Requirements

• Active GA or compact RN license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required (NIHSS preferred)
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• Previous charge nurse experience required
• Prior cardiac telemetry/EKG/Doppler experience required
• Epic charting system experience required
• Skilled in respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP, chest tubes, and oxygen administration
• Skilled in IV therapy, central/PICC line care, and blood product administration
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and rapid response/code team activation
• Experience with insulin drip titration and IV insulin protocols preferred
• Pacemaker and pre/post cardiac cath/surgery experience required
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

Responsibilities

• Cardiac Telemetry unit in a hospital setting
• Adult to geriatric patient population including post-MI, heart failure, arrhythmias, chest pain, and peripheral vascular disease cases
• Patient ratio of 1:5 on a 16-bed unit with an average daily census of 16
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00-07:30
• 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule period
• Floating required within facility and scope of practice as needed
• No on-call requirements
• Uses Epic EMR (required), Pyxis, and SBAR communication
• Perform vital sign and blood glucose checks as part of daily patient care
• Manage cardiac and vasoactive drips without titration responsibilities
• Provide care for genitourinary/renal needs including CBI and pre/post hemodialysis management
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Maximum RTO of 7 days per contract, finalized at time of submission with no changes after offer or onsite
• RTO blackout dates apply during Spring Break (April 4th-12th)
• Holiday coverage required based on number of major holidays falling within the assignment period (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, New Year's Eve/Day)
• Local candidates accepted at the same bill rate
• Permanent, PRN, or internal staff must be away from all facility locations for one full year before applying as a traveler
• Travelers who cancel or are deemed unable to return must complete one assignment at another facility before reapplying

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs

Job ID: P-769284

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