Telemetry Registered Nurse
Asheville, NC
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,039/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (1 year)
- Skills Checklist
- Updated Resume
Description
Registered Nurse - Telemetry
Location: Asheville, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Unit Information
- Unit: 5 West Medicine
- Number of Beds: 36
- Number of Staff: 50+
- Day Shift Staffing: 1 charge nurse, 8 RNs, 3 CNAs, 1 HUC, 1-2 sitters
- Day Shift RN Ratio: 1:5-6
- Night Shift Staffing: 1 charge nurse, 7 RNs, 3 CNAs, 0.5 HUC, 1-2 sitters
- Night Shift RN Ratio: 1:6-7
- Equipment: Medical remote telemetry monitoring, Cerner Patient Observation (CPO), VC150 phones in every patient room, workstations on wheels, Tap and Go computer access
- EMR System: Cerner
Job Description
- Fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Prepare patients for Endoscopy, Interventional Radiology (IR), and Operating Room (OR) procedures
- Hard-working and compassionate personality fit preferred
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina
- Minimum 2 years of telemetry nursing experience, including telemetry experience within the last year
- Certifications:
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certification
- Education: Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Additional Information
- Floating Areas: Med-Surg units (3W, 5W, K8)
- Dress Code: Navy blue scrubs (top and bottom), white top with navy blue bottom, or all white
- Weekend Requirement: Must sign up for 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule (Friday, Saturday, Sunday count as weekend shifts on night shift)
Preferred Qualifications
- Leadership experience
- Charge nurse experience
- BSN degree
Summary
This travel RN position in telemetry requires a minimum of 2 years of telemetry nursing experience and current RN licensure. The role involves working in a busy medical telemetry unit with a strong team focus and requires certifications in BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale. The unit uses Cerner EMR and advanced telemetry monitoring equipment. Weekend shift commitment is required.
Employer
PRIDE Health
57 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
Pros
Nenshi is a wonderful recruiter. Very detailed and thorough. Top tier communication.
Cons
I have not experienced any negative feedback.
Recommends working with PRIDE Health
PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
About Asheville, NC
As a Travel Telemetry Nurse in Asheville, NC here's what you should know:- Slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages may be slightly lower than in some larger cities, but they generally match up well with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs around 84°F and lows around 63°F.
- Winter highs average around 47°F with lows around 28°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
- Car friendliness with easy access to highways and parking.
- Limited public transportation options, so a car is recommended for getting around.
- Asheville is known for its diversity and has a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of pollen in the area.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of several healthcare facilities.
- Abundance of restaurants, vibrant art and music scenes, various sports activities, and ample outdoor opportunities such as hiking, camping, and river activities.
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