Med Surg Telemetry RN
Salisbury, NC
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Join a fast-paced adult cardiac and stroke unit as a Cardiac Telemetry Registered Nurse in Salisbury, North Carolina. This 13-week travel nursing contract is ideal for an RN experienced in acute-care cardiac telemetry, cardiac drips, dysrhythmia interpretation, and pre- and post-procedure care. First-time contract nurses are welcome to apply. Salisbury offers a welcoming Piedmont setting with historic charm, convenient amenities, and access to outdoor recreation.

Registered Nurse Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,770–$1,860
• Location: Salisbury, North Carolina
• Specialty: Cardiac Telemetry Nursing
• Shift: 12-hour nights, 6:45 p.m. to 7:15 a.m.
• Schedule: 3 shifts per week, 36 hours per week
• Contract Length: 13 weeks, with potential for longer assignments
• Patient Population: Adults with cardiac and neurologic conditions
• Typical Assignment: 5–6 patients
• Orientation: 36 hours; availability during the first week is required
• Scheduling: Weekend coverage is required, with schedules that may include Friday, Saturday, and Sunday assignments
• Documentation System: Epic

Cardiac Telemetry RN Job Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina or a compact state
• At least 2 years of recent acute-care nursing experience, including cardiac telemetry experience
• Experience caring for patients with cardiac and stroke diagnoses in a high-acuity, fast-paced hospital environment
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• Current NIHSS certification or competency
• Proficiency with cardiac telemetry, dysrhythmia interpretation, and cardiac drip management
• Experience with pre- and post-cardiac catheterization care, pacemakers, implanted defibrillators, and TR bands
• Ability to care for patients receiving high-flow oxygen, noninvasive airway support, and other advanced respiratory therapies as appropriate
• PCU, stepdown, progressive care, or equivalent acute-care nursing experience is preferred
• Ability to successfully complete an EKG assessment before the start of the assignment
• Strong teamwork, adaptability, and communication skills, with a willingness to float according to unit needs

Cardiac Telemetry Registered Nurse Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care for adult cardiac, stroke, and procedural patients in a cardiac telemetry setting
• Continuously monitor telemetry and pulse oximetry, recognize dysrhythmias, and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition
• Manage and titrate cardiac medications and drips, including Cardizem, Dopamine, and Amiodarone, within scope and unit protocols
• Deliver pre- and post-procedure care for cardiac catheterization, pacemaker and implanted defibrillator procedures, and peripheral vascular interventions
• Care for patients with myocardial infarction, heart failure, unstable angina, chest pain, dysrhythmias, CVA, and TIA
• Perform comprehensive assessments, administer medications, manage peripheral and central lines, and document care accurately in Epic
• Support patients requiring high-flow oxygen, stable non-rebreather use, or chronic BiPAP according to clinical guidelines
• Coordinate admissions, discharges, transfers, and changes in level of care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team
• Maintain safe patient ratios while adapting to a high-volume unit with frequent admissions, discharges, and assignment turnover
• Communicate effectively with providers, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, rehabilitation services, rapid response teams, and other members of the care team

Apply now for this Cardiac Telemetry RN contract opportunity in Salisbury, North Carolina, and bring your acute-care nursing expertise to this supportive healthcare team.

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