Telemetry Registered Nurse
St. Louis, MO
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse (RN) - Telemetry

Location: Saint Louis, Missouri
Employment Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
Shift: Nights, 3 shifts per week (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36 (option for 48 hours per week upon request)
Weekend Requirements: Every other full weekend (Saturday and Sunday) required unless otherwise approved
Holiday Requirements: Expected to work at least one major winter holiday (Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year’s Day)
Time Off: Up to 5 days off per 13-week contract automatically approved; additional time off requires approval and may need to be made up

Job Summary

Provide direct patient care for adult patients on a telemetry/medical-surgical unit. Responsibilities include assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care. Coordinate with ancillary departments to optimize patient comfort and outcomes. Work within the scope of nursing practice and adhere to professional and facility standards.

Unit Information

• Patient Population: Adults only, approximately 50% medical and 50% telemetry patients
• Patient Ratios: Typically 4-6 patients per nurse
• Equipment: Standard telemetry nursing equipment
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR): EPIC

Required Certifications

• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Missouri
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Minimum 2 years of Med Surg / Telemetry nursing experience
• Med Surg / Telemetry nursing experience within the last year
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification

Additional Requirements

• Flu vaccination required for all travelers from November 1 through April 1 (exemptions require approval)
• Float to other units as needed/customary

Desired Attributes

• Team player with strong communication skills
• Commitment to positive patient outcomes

Dress Code

• Scrub Color: Black

Summary

This travel RN position offers the opportunity to work nights on a telemetry/medical-surgical unit with a supportive team environment. The role requires strong telemetry experience, relevant certifications, and flexibility to float as needed. Candidates should be prepared for weekend and holiday shifts and comply with vaccination requirements.