Telemetry RN
Wilson, NC
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 15, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Telemetry position on a night shift schedule requiring 1.5+ years of experience and NC or compact RN licensure.

Details

• Work in the Telemetry unit as part of Med/Surg overflow coverage
• 22-bed unit with adult and geriatric patient population
• Patient ratios of 5:1 or 6:1
• Common diagnoses include CHF, chest pain, ARF, COPD, uncontrolled diabetes, CKD, and post cardiac cath care
• Night shift schedule from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
• Weekend requirement of every other or every third weekend (12-hour shifts)
• Floating required to other units
• No call requirements
• Uses Welch Allyn V/S machine, Hoyer lift with weight scale, Abbott glucometer, computers on wheels, TR band, and Baxter IV pumps
• Meditech EMR used; prior experience preferred

Requirements

• Active RN license (NC or Compact) required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA required)
• Minimum 1.5 years of RN experience required
• Associate degree required; BSN preferred
• EKG interpretation and critical thinking skills preferred
• Experience managing discharges, admissions, and basic cardiac drip knowledge preferred
• Artificial nails not permitted

Additional Information

• Provide telemetry nursing care within a Med/Surg overflow unit under the supervision of a Clinical Staff Lead or Charge Nurse
• Team-oriented and flexible personality fit preferred
• Bi-weekly orientation schedule with upcoming start dates
• Local candidates accepted at a lower rate; candidates must reside 60 miles or greater from the facility to qualify for travel rate
• Permanent residence cannot be within 60 miles of the facility to be considered a traveler
• Candidates cannot have worked permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the past 12 months
• Cannot be employed elsewhere on a full-time basis while on assignment