Cardiac Telemetry RN
Hickory, NC
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$39-43/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
Registered Nurse - Med Surg (Cardiac) - Travel Assignment
Location: Hickory, North Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Primarily day and afternoon shifts
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
Unit & Patient Population
- Telemetry unit with 24 beds
- Patient ratio: 4:1
- Patient population: Generalized cardiac patients, ages young adult to elderly adult
- Common diagnoses/treatments: Chest pain, A-fib, CHF, pre- and post-care for cardiac catheterizations (groin & radial), VATS
- Equipment used: Life Paks, Zoll, Masimo
- Electronic Health Record system: Cerner (experience required)
- May occasionally float to Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU), Neurological Progressive Care Unit (NPCU), and/or Surgical units
- Family-oriented unit culture
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina
- Minimum 2 years of Med Surg / Telemetry nursing experience, including experience within the last year
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification
- Experience with Cerner Electronic Health Record system
Additional Information
- No call requirements
- Dress code: Any color scrubs allowed
- Trauma level: Not applicable
- No float requirements beyond occasional unit float as noted
This position is ideal for RNs with cardiac telemetry experience seeking a travel assignment in a supportive, family-oriented environment.
Employer
Host Healthcare
234 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
I love working with her! She is always up front and makes sure that everything is in line! She is always on the ball and never leaves any questions unanswered. She is the best recruiter that I have ever worked with! I can’t thank her enough for everything she does for me! She always checks in and makes sure the assignments are going great and if I need anything. Thank you for all you do!
Cons
I have worked with her since September 2025 and I don’t have one bad thing that I could say about her!
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.
We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.
During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
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About Hickory, NC
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Hickory, NC here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Hickory, NC 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 88°F, and average lows are around 66°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 49°F, and average lows are around 28°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Hickory, NC, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Hickory, NC is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Hickory, NC has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to pollen and air quality.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Hickory, NC offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine and international flavors.
- The city has a vibrant arts scene with galleries and theaters.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports in the nearby lakes and parks.
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