Telemetry Registered Nurse
Augusta, GA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Telemetry Unit

Location: Augusta, Georgia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 14 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Registered Nurse for a telemetry unit caring for adult to geriatric patients. The unit manages diagnoses such as CHF, MI/chest pain (pre- and post-cath), dysrhythmias (pre- and post-device implants), hypo-/hypertension, pleural effusion, sepsis, PE/DVT, and vascular issues.

Required Experience

• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience in the specialty
• 1st time travelers accepted
• Prior travel experience: Not required

Patient Population

• Adults to Geriatrics

Work Environment & Unit Details

• Telemetry unit with a 1:4-5 nurse-to-patient ratio
• 36 rooms, average daily census of 35
• Unit systems: Epic (required), Pyxis, SBAR
• Scrub color: Navy Blue
• Floating: Yes, within facility and scope of practice as needed
• Call: None
• Weekends: Every other weekend
• Holidays: Expected to work 1-2 major holidays if they fall during assignment
• RTO (Return to Office): Maximum 7 days
• RTO Blackout Dates: Spring Break (April 4th-12th)

Required Certifications

• BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• ACLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Required Licenses

• Valid Registered Nurse license in Georgia

Competency Requirements

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (required by agency)
• Color Blind Testing (required for all candidates)
• Competency Exam (required by agency)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (required for telemetry and related units)

Compliance & Screening

• Full compliance required to start on time; delays may result in a 2-week pushback due to orientation scheduling
• Clinical screening to determine clinical fit before final approval

Health & Background Requirements

• Background check within 30 days of start, including education verification
• Physical exam within 12 months of start
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 12 months
• TB questionnaire updated annually
• Immunizations:

  • MMR (2 doses or positive titer)
  • Varicella (2 doses or positive titer)
  • Hepatitis B surface antibody titer or signed declination
  • Tdap (highly recommended)
  • Flu vaccine or declination required during flu season
• Drug screening: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start

Additional Notes

• Locals accepted at the same rate
• Number of non-billable orientation hours depends on contract length
• Candidate must review and sign facility-specific policies such as Code of Conduct and Dress/Professional Appearance Policy

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Georgia
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Minimum 2 years of Med Surg / Telemetry nursing experience
• Med Surg / Telemetry experience within the last year
• BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• ACLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Experience working with adult patients
• Experience working with geriatric patients

This position offers an opportunity to work in a well-equipped telemetry unit with a supportive team and a diverse patient population.