Telemetry RN
Madison, WI
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Telemetry night shift position requiring 2 years of cardiac/tele experience and a WI or compact RN license.

Details

• Work in the Telemetry unit caring for MS, MS/Tele, and Tele patients
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00-7:00
• Patient ratio of 1:4-5
• Floating required to all care areas as needed
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• May require holiday coverage participation
• Uses Epic charting system

Requirements

• Active RN license (WI or Compact) currently in hand
• Current certifications: BLS and ACLS required; NIHSS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of cardiac/telemetry nursing experience required
• Epic charting experience required
• IMC experience preferred
• Skilled in interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, post-MI and pre/post cardiac surgery care, IV insulin protocols, feeding tube care, renal failure and pre/post hemodialysis management, IV therapy, chest tubes, nasal cannulas, and wound care
• Additional preferred skills include BiPAP/CPAP management, high flow nasal cannula, ABG interpretation, tracheostomy care, PCA management, remote telemetry monitoring, rapid response/code team use, post cardiac angiogram care, surgical drains, and total joint replacement care
• Must be clean-shaven to ensure proper mask seal for respirator fit testing, as no exemptions are permitted
• 2 professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide comprehensive telemetry nursing care including cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and post-surgical care
• Navy blue scrubs required
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates who have worked as a traveler for the health system for more than 1 year must take a 6-month break before returning
• Candidates residing within 70 miles of the facility are considered local and are not accepted