Telemetry Registered Nurse
Huntington, WV
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,016/weekOverview
- Start Date04/20/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Telemetry RN - 13-week travel nursing contract in Huntington, WV (25702). Night shift. Cardiac telemetry experience required.
Join a dedicated team as a Telemetry Registered Nurse (Telemetry RN) on a 13-week travel nurse contract in Huntington, West Virginia. This cardiac telemetry unit cares for a diverse patient population including pre/post cardiac intervention, CHF, stroke, and device insertions. Huntington, WV (zip code 25702) offers a welcoming community, scenic riverfront, and vibrant local culture—an excellent location for travel nursing jobs in West Virginia.
Job Details
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1800 - $1890
- Location: Huntington, WV (25702) — West Virginia travel nursing
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks
- Start Date: April 20, 2026
- Shift: Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00 - 07:00)
- Hours per Week: 36
- Every other weekend required
- Patient Ratio: 1:4-5
- Assignment Type: Travel Contract / Travel RN role (local candidates within 50 miles not accepted)
Job Requirements / Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license and current credentials required for travel nursing
- BLS required; ACLS and NIH Stroke Certification preferred
- Minimum 1 year of recent telemetry or cardiac nursing experience (Telemetry RN, Cardiac Telemetry RN)
- Proficient with cardiac telemetry monitors, telemetry packs, and IV pump management
- Experience initiating and titrating IV drips (Cardizem, dopamine, dobutamine, NTG, antiarrhythmics, anticoagulants)
- Skilled in caring for pre & post cardiac intervention patients, pre-open heart surgery, and device insertions (pacemaker, ICD)
- Familiarity with Pyxis, Sorian clinicals, MAK, and point-of-care glucometers for documentation and medication administration
- Professional appearance: navy blue scrubs required
- Must be available for night shifts and travel assignment; local candidates (within 50 miles) are not accepted
Key Responsibilities
- Provide telemetry nursing care for cardiac patients, including CHF, stroke, and post-intervention monitoring
- Monitor arterial/venous access sites and manage TR bands following cardiac procedures
- Administer and monitor complex IV drips and antiarrhythmics with safe medication practices
- Interpret telemetry strips and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team on patient care plans
- Document care accurately using Sorian clinicals and unit-specific systems
- Maintain patient safety, adhere to unit protocols, and participate in orientation and required modules
Apply now to join our travel nursing team as a Telemetry RN in Huntington, WV. Submit your resume or contact us today to learn more about this cardiac telemetry travel nurse opportunity.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
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About Huntington, WV
As a Travel Telemetry Nurse in Huntington, WV here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Huntington, WV is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 85°F, and average lows are around 65°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 40°F, and average lows are around 25°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Huntington, WV.
- There are options available for furnished housing to accommodate travel nurses.
- Huntington is car-friendly, with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are available, including buses and a train station.
- Huntington has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include obesity and related conditions.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Huntington offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and international cuisine.
- The city has a vibrant arts scene with galleries and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy college athletics, and outdoor activities include parks and recreational areas along the Ohio River.
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