Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry
Salisbury, NC
Wellspring Nurse Source
4x12 hrs, Nights

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for our Cardiac Telemetry unit. The ideal candidate should possess a strong understanding of high acuity patient care within a fast-paced environment, with the ability to handle a typical patient load efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide care for stable pre- and post-procedure cardiac patients including those undergoing pacemaker implantation, defibrillator insertion, and cardiac catheterization.
• Administer cardiac drips and manage patients on complex medication regimens.
• Work within a primary cardiac and stroke unit, addressing a wide range of diagnoses including unstable angina, CHF, dysrhythmias, and CVA/TIA patients.
• Monitor patients using telemetry and ensure appropriate responses to changes in their condition.
• Assist in the admission and discharge processes, working collaboratively with a team lead.
• Maintain adherence to guidelines for specific equipment usage including Bipap, high-flow O2, and telemetry devices.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in a high acuity environment.
• Experience with telemetry and IV start procedures is required.
• Comfortable managing 6 patients per assignment, particularly during surge conditions.
• ACLS, BCLS, and NIH certifications are mandatory.
• Willingness to float to other areas as needed.
• Availability for all shifts of orientation in the first week.

Scheduling and Shift Details

• Shifts: 12-hour night shifts from 18:45 to 07:15.
• 36 hours per week can be offered.
• Rotating weekend commitments every other weekend and specific Fridays and Mondays.
• Self-scheduling system with oversight to ensure balance across the unit.

Work Environment

This unit typically turns over approximately 78 to 90 patients weekly, meaning that rapid patient turnover is expected. The team works together to manage admissions and discharges efficiently. There is a requirement to accommodate various patient conditions, including those with COVID-19 under specific treatment protocols.

Additional Information

• Travelers are welcomed, and first-time travelers will be accepted.
• All nurses are required to wear navy blue or white scrubs or a mix of both, adhering to the uniform policy.
• Must pass EKG testing prior to beginning the role.