Cardiac Telemetry RN
Augusta, GA
Wayward Medical
3x12 hrs, Days
Relocation Bonus
$1,708/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration12 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Guaranteed Hours
- Retention bonus
- Weekly pay
- Dental benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Relocation bonus
- Medical benefits
- Vision benefits
- Holiday Pay
- Discount program
Description
There are a lot of travel nursing agencies.
Most of them can submit you to a job.
The difference is what happens after you click apply.
At Wayward Medical Staffing, you get one point of contact, straight answers, permission before submission, and real check ins that are not just disguised extension calls.
We do the boring stuff well.
We answer fast.
We tell the truth.
We get your permission before putting your name in front of a facility.
And when something gets weird on assignment, we pick up the phone.
We’re not a billion-dollar staffing machine with five departments and four handoffs before someone learns your name.
We’re a Mom and Pop shop who puts relationships first. We’re built for travelers who want to be treated like humans, not chart numbers.
That means we stay with you through the full assignment, help you navigate the messy parts, and start thinking about your next contract before this one ends.
Our rule is simple:
No one gets burned.
If you want an agency that communicates clearly, follows through, and actually sticks around after you start, apply with Wayward.
We’ll walk you through the details and help you decide if this assignment is the right fit.
Cardiac Tele Registered Nurse - Travel/Contract
Location: Augusta, Georgia
Contract Length: 12 weeks
Job Summary
- Patient population: Adults to Geriatrics
- Unit type: Cardiac Telemetry
- Shift: Day shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM)
- Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:5
- Unit census: 16 beds, average daily census of 16
- Floating: Yes, within facility and scope of practice as needed
- Weekends: 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule period
- Call: None
- Holidays: Expected to work 1 or 2 major holidays if they fall during assignment; 3 holidays require working 2 of them
- Orientation: Bi-weekly; maximum 7 days to report to orientation (RTO)
- Electronic systems: Epic (required), Pyxis, SBAR
- Scrub color: Navy Blue
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Georgia
- Minimum of 1 year of telemetry experience, with telemetry experience within the last year
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Experience in charge nurse roles
- Experience with Epic electronic health record system
Health and Compliance Requirements
- Physical exam within 12 months prior to start (agency requirement)
- Immunizations and titers:
- MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella): 2 vaccines or positive titer with boosters if needed
- Varicella: 2 vaccines or positive titer with boosters if needed
- Hepatitis B surface antibody titer or signed declination
- Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap: Highly recommended but not required
- TB testing: Negative PPD, QGold, or TSpot within 12 months; if positive, additional documentation required
- TB questionnaire: Required annually regardless of TB test result
- Drug screen: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start; instant drug screen acceptable
- Flu vaccine or declination required during flu season (Nov 1 - Mar 31)
- Facility-specific documents: Code of Conduct and Dress/Professional Appearance Policy must be reviewed and signed prior to start
Additional Information
- Orientation hours vary by contract length (e.g., 8 hours for 8-week assignment, 19 hours for 19-week assignment)
- Local candidates accepted at the same rate
- Compliance with all requirements is mandatory to start on time; non-compliance may delay start by 2 weeks due to orientation scheduling
- RTO blackout dates: Spring Break (April 4th-12th)
This position offers an opportunity to work in a specialized cardiac telemetry unit with a supportive team and structured orientation, ideal for RNs with at least one year of experience in cardiac telemetry or related acute care settings.
Employer
Wayward Medical
Wayward Sounds...
Like a Travel Nursing Agency that zigged while everyone else zagged.
Most agencies fight over the same giant hospitals.
We chose the places where travelers are remembered, not rotated through.
Critical Access Hospitals are where nurses get autonomy, community, and stories worth telling.
Less factory-line healthcare. More human healthcare. That’s the road we chose.
Built for travelers who want:
- Rural adventure
- A Recruiter who actually picks up the phone
- A career that feels meaningful
About Augusta, GA
As a Travel Telemetry Nurse in Augusta, GA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Augusta, GA is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Augusta experiences hot and humid summers with average highs around 92°F and mild winters with average lows around 35°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Augusta, GA and can be relatively easy to find, especially in popular areas.
- Augusta is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Augusta has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the pollen in the area.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Augusta.
- Augusta offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine and international dining options.
- The city has a vibrant arts and music scene, with opportunities to enjoy live performances.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy golf, as Augusta is home to the prestigious Masters Tournament.
- Outdoor activities such as hiking, boating, and fishing are popular due to the city's proximity to the Savannah River and nearby parks.
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