Telemetry RN
Augusta, GA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 14 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Night Shift RN for a Telemetry Unit position requiring 2 years of telemetry experience and Epic proficiency.

Details

• Hospital-based Telemetry unit with 36 rooms and average daily census of 35
• Adult to geriatric patient population
• Common diagnoses include CHF, MI/chest pain (pre- and post-cath), dysrhythmias (pre- and post-device implants), hypo-/hypertension, pleural effusion, sepsis, and PE/DVT/vascular issues
• Patient ratio of 1:4-5
• Uses Epic EMR (required), Pyxis, and SBAR communication
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00-7:00
• Every other weekend required unless otherwise specified
• Floating required within facility and scope of practice as needed
• No call requirements
• 14-week assignment length

Requirements

• Active RN license (GA or Compact) required
• BLS and ACLS certifications required; NIHSS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of telemetry nursing experience required
• Epic charting system experience required
• Skills in cardiac monitoring including interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Respiratory care skills including BiPAP/CPAP management, chest tube care, and oxygen administration
• IV therapy skills including central line, PICC line, and peripheral line care
• Experience with cardiac drips and heparin protocols
• Wound care and insulin drip management experience preferred
• First-time travelers accepted

Additional Information

• Provide telemetry monitoring and care for patients with cardiac and respiratory conditions
• Utilize rapid response and code teams as needed
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Maximum 7 days of RTO per contract
• RTO blackout dates apply during Spring Break (April 4th-12th)
• Holiday coverage required based on number of major holidays falling during the assignment: work all if 1-2 holidays occur, or 2 of 3 if three holidays occur
• Major holidays include Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Christmas Day, and New Year's Eve/New Year's Day
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate
• Previous employees must be away from all facilities within the health system for one full year before returning as a traveler
• Returning travelers who were previously unable to complete an assignment must complete one successful assignment elsewhere before rebooking