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

Join a dynamic and fast-paced team in a challenging unit that focuses on cardiac and stroke care. This position requires a dedicated professional with a minimum of 2 years of related experience to provide comprehensive care for patients with a range of cardiac conditions.

Job Details

• Target Ratios: 1:5-6 patients, with a requirement to be comfortable managing up to 6 patients.
• Contract Length: 13 weeks or longer, with a potential end date of 2/27.
• Hours: 36 hours can be offered per week.
• Shift: 12-hour night shifts (18:45 - 07:15).
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend, along with additional shifts during a 6-week period.

Responsibilities

• Provide stable pre and post-procedural care for patients undergoing cardiac interventions including pacemaker and defibrillator implantations, as well as cardiac catheterizations.
• Administer and titrate various cardiac drips, such as Cardizem, Dopamine, and Amiodarone.
• Monitor patients experiencing acute and chronic cardiac conditions, including congestive heart failure (CHF), dysrhythmias, and low-risk chest pain evaluations.
• Care for stroke patients, including new CVA and TIA cases, ensuring vigilant monitoring and management.
• Collaborate effectively with a team, including a team lead to assist with admissions and discharges in a high-turnover environment.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years in a telemetry or cardiac nursing role is required.
• Traveler Experience: Open to first-time travelers as well as local applicants.
• Certifications: Current ACLS, BCLS, and NIH certifications are mandatory.
• Skills: Proficient in IV starts, telemetry interpretation, and management of cardiac drips; experience with high acuity patients preferred.

Working Conditions

Ideal candidates should be accustomed to a high-paced nursing environment, requiring adaptability and efficiency. The unit typically oversees between 78 to 90 patient turnovers per week, demanding strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Orientation and Uniform Policy

• Orientation: 36 hours of orientation; full availability is required during the first week.
• Uniforms: Navy blue or white scrubs are required, with the option to wear Novant t-shirts. Jackets must match uniform material and color. Footwear must be professional and without holes.

If you have the experience and skills to meet the demands of this rewarding role, we encourage you to apply and become part of a dedicated healthcare team.