Telemetry Registered Nurse
Wilmington, NC
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a skilled RN for a Telemetry contract position requiring NC or compact licensure and strong cardiac care skills.

Responsibilities

• Work in a hospital Telemetry unit caring for cardiac patients
• Typical diagnoses include congestive heart failure, arrhythmias, and post cardiac cath
• Expected patient ratios are 1:6-7
• 12-hour night shifts from 18:45 to 07:15 with 36 hours per week
• Weekend work required, typically every other weekend
• Floating required as needed, potentially every shift
• Assignment length is 13 to 26 weeks
• Cardiac drips handled on the unit include Dobutamine, Amiodarone, Cardizem, Milrinone, Dopamine and others
• Unit uses Epic for documentation and Pyxis for medication management
• Unit orientation consists of 24 hours
• Self-scheduling based on unit needs
• Contract staff may be required to participate in hurricane or storm teams and respond during catastrophes or disasters
• Consolidation to a centralized office or reassignment to other units may occur mid-contract as needed
• RTO is limited; after booking, additional time off is not allowed unless previously approved
• Navy scrubs required, not provided by facility
• Must interview with nurse manager prior to offer
• Candidates may be required to work with various cardiac monitoring equipment, sheath pulls, TR Bands, and Femstop devices

Requirements

• Active NC or compact RN license required
• Minimum of 2 years of telemetry or progressive care (PCU/IMC/Stepdown) experience required
• Experience in dysrhythmia interpretation and remote monitoring required
• Pre/Post cardiac cath, cardiac surgery, and sheath removal experience required
• Skills in central line care, PICC management, blood product administration, and cardiac drip titration with Diltiazem and Amiodarone required
• Current ACLS certification required
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start
• First-time travelers will be considered
• Charge experience and NIH certification preferred

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts