Med/Surg Telemetry RN
Paducah, KY
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 6, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position on a 41-bed inpatient Cardiac Telemetry/Progressive/Respiratory Care unit, requiring ACLS and NIHSS certifications.

Details

• Work on 4B Telemetry, a 41-bed inpatient Cardiac Telemetry/Progressive/Respiratory Care unit located on the fourth floor of a hospital
• Patient population includes medical and surgical patients with cardiac dysrhythmia, respiratory illness, and/or significantly altered hemodynamics requiring cardiac monitoring
• 13-week contract, 36 hours per week
• Night shift, 7P–7A, three 12-hour shifts per week
• Holiday and weekend coverage required

Requirements

• Active, unrestricted KY or Compact RN license
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• ADN or ASN required; BSN preferred
• Must provide MM/DD of date of birth and last 4 digits of SSN for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide comprehensive, evidence-based nursing care to cardiac telemetry and respiratory patients, incorporating all phases of the nursing process
• Responsibilities include patient assessment, care planning, patient and family education, and facilitation of admission, transfer, and discharge activities
• Delegates tasks appropriately and oversees team members in patient care activities
• Participates in unit-based quality improvement activities including patient satisfaction, fall prevention, pressure ulcer prevention, and CAUTI monitoring
• Previous nursing experience is preferred but not required — first-time travelers are welcome to apply