Telemetry RN
Joplin, MO
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 8, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 4

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Cardiac Medical Telemetry unit (nights) in Joplin, MO, requiring 2+ years of stepdown or ICU experience and active MO or compact RN licensure.

Details

• Night shift position on a Cardiac Medical Telemetry unit (7 Tele) in an acute care hospital setting
• 13-week contract with flexible length options ranging from 8 to 26 weeks
• Night shift hours: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• 36-hour work week with flexible options for 36 or 48 hours
• Patient ratio of approximately 1:6
• Patient population includes post-cardiac cath, AFib, CHF, stable MI, pacemaker insertion, non-titrated cardiac drips, and general medical overflow
• Unit also receives post-op surgical patients and trauma overflow
• Required competencies include insulin drips, Precedex, titrating nitroglycerin, Cardizem, and BiPAP
• Equipment used includes IV pumps, glucometers, and GE monitoring equipment
• EMR: Epic
• Weekend, float, and on-call requirements are per facility needs
• Level 2 Trauma Center, Level 2 Stroke Center, and Level 2 STEMI Center

Requirements

• Active RN license — must hold a Missouri license or be eligible for licensure in Missouri (MO or compact state license accepted)
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications from AHA required; NIHSS certification also required
• Minimum 2 years of stepdown or ICU experience in an acute care hospital setting
• Competency with insulin drips, Precedex, nitroglycerin titration, Cardizem, and BiPAP required
• No certification expiring within the first 30 days of assignment unless documented renewal is scheduled
• Valid U.S. Social Security Number required (Canadian SINs not accepted)
• No gaps in employment of 90 or more days within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Night shift orientates on day shift; candidate must be available the entire orientation week
• Black scrubs are required; no other colors are accepted (facility M-wear is acceptable)
• Flu vaccination or a Mercy-approved exemption is required for assignments running November 1 through April 1; declinations are not accepted
• Up to 5 days of RTO is allowed but must be made up during the assignment
• Candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are eligible but may be subject to a reduced bill rate
• The ideal candidate is flexible, dependable, hardworking, and has strong teamwork skills
• The facility has earned recognition including a Leapfrog B Safety Grade, CMS 3-Star Rating, and NCDR Chest Pain – MI Registry™ Platinum Performance Achievement Award