Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry
Wilmington, NC
Wellspring Nurse Source
3x12 hrs, Nights

We are seeking a skilled Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Cardiac Telemetry to join our dedicated team. This role requires a minimum of 2 years of experience on a cardiac floor and proficiency in various cardiac care procedures.

Job Details

• Patient Ratios: Varies per acuity; 1:4 for surgical step down and 1:5-6 for lower acuity.
• Shift: Night shifts only, 36 hours per week.
• Contract Length: 13-26 weeks accepted.
• Weekend Requirement: 4 weekends in a 4-week period (flexible).
• Float Requirement: Will follow unit rotation; not first to float.

Role Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care to patients with cardiac-related diagnoses.
• Monitor and interpret cardiac telemetry readings and manage dysrhythmias.
• Administer medications and manage cardiac drips, including titration as needed.
• Perform sheath removals and assist with post-MI care and pre/post cardiac catheterization.
• Provide assistance with airway management, including CPAP/BIPAP and nasal cannula usage.
• Participate in special procedures and assist in recovery for cardiac and thoracic surgeries.

Required Skills and Certifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience on a cardiac floor.
• Traveler experience preferred unless possessing over 24 months of cardiac experience.
• Skills in Cardiac Telemetry, PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown, sheath removal, and interpretation/management of dysrhythmias.
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS required.

Preferred Skills and Certifications

• Experience with arterial line management and wound care, including wound vacs.
• Charge experience is a plus.

Special Procedures and Unit Details

• Common patient diagnoses: Atrial Fibrillation, CHF, ACS, CAD, and various valve disorders.
• Unit focuses on CABG, AVR, MVR, TAVR, and other vascular surgeries.

Special Equipment

• Utilize various medical equipment including EKG monitors, Dopplers, and chest tubes.

Unit Systems

• Familiarity with Pyxis, EPIC, and SBAR communication systems is preferred.

Orientation and Attire

• Orientation period is 24 hours.
• Required scrub color: Navy.

All candidates will undergo EKG testing prior to starting in this specialty role. Interviews will be conducted for all applicants to ensure the best fit for our team.