Cardiac Telemetry RN
Winston Salem, NC
Wayward Medical
3x12 hrs, Days
Relocation Bonus
$1,813/weekOverview
- Start Date08/10/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 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 Telemetry Registered Nurse
Location
- Winston Salem, North Carolina
Contract
- Travel/contract assignment
- 13 weeks
- Day shift, 6:45 AM–7:15 PM
- 36 or 48 hours per week supported
Unit Overview
- Telemetry unit
- Typical patients include chest pain, arrhythmias, pacemaker, and defibrillator cases
- Float to other telemetry units
- Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:5–6
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in North Carolina
- Telemetry experience within the last year
- 2 years of telemetry experience
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
- ACLS
- BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- Cardiac GTT experience
- Must be comfortable managing cardiac drips, including Cardizem, Dopamine, dobutamine, milrinone, amiodarone, Lasix, and heparin
- Must pass EKG testing before start
Experience Notes
- First-time travelers are accepted
Schedule Requirements
- 4 weekend days in a 6-week time track
Additional Notes
- RTO after booking is not allowed
- Scrubs: Navy, not provided
- 36 hours of orientation
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 Winston-Salem, NC
As a Travel Telemetry Nurse in Winston-Salem, NC here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Winston-Salem is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up well with the lower cost of living.
- In the summer, average highs are around 87°F, and average lows are around 66°F.
- In the winter, average highs are around 50°F, and average lows are around 30°F.
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Winston-Salem, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms and local real estate agencies.
- Winston-Salem is fairly car-friendly, with reasonable traffic and ample parking.
- Public transportation options include buses, but the city is more reliant on private vehicles.
- Winston-Salem has a diverse population with a range of age groups.
- Common health issues include obesity, heart disease, and diabetes.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Winston-Salem offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine and international dining options.
- The city has a thriving arts scene with galleries and theaters, and it hosts music festivals and concerts.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local teams and outdoor enthusiasts can explore parks, hiking trails, and nearby mountains.
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