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

Registered Nurse - Telemetry

Location: Augusta, Georgia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 16 weeks

Job Summary

• Work on a telemetry unit caring for adult to geriatric patients.
• Patient diagnoses include CHF, MI/chest pain (pre- and post-cath), dysrhythmias (pre- and post-device implants), hypo-/hypertension, pleural effusion, sepsis, PE/DVT/vascular issues.
• Nurse-to-patient ratio approximately 1:4-5 with 16 rooms.
• Unit uses Epic electronic health record system, Pyxis medication system, and SBAR communication.
• Scrub color: Navy Blue.
• Return to office (RTO) maximum 7 days.
• Weekend shifts every other weekend.
• Floating within facility/scope of practice as needed.
• No call requirements.
• Holiday work expectations: If 1 major holiday falls during assignment, expected to work it; if 2 holidays, work both; if 3 holidays, work 2 of them.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Georgia.
• Minimum 2 years of telemetry nursing experience, with 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.
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system.

Orientation & Compliance

• Orientation hours depend on contract length (e.g., 16 weeks = 16 hours orientation).
• Background check required within 30 days prior to start.
• Education verification required; can be pending at start with proof it is in process.
• Physical exam within 12 months required.
• Drug screening: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start; results must be available before start.
• Immunizations and health documents required:

  • TB test or chest x-ray within 12 months
  • TB questionnaire annually
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer
  • Hepatitis B surface antibody titer or signed declination
  • Flu vaccination or declination (seasonal)
  • Tdap highly recommended

Work Environment & Additional Information

• Floating within the facility as needed.
• Every other weekend work schedule.
• Expected to work major holidays as outlined.
• Full compliance with all credentialing, background checks, and health requirements is necessary to avoid assignment delays.
• Clinical screening will be conducted to determine fit for the unit.
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate.

Summary

This is a travel Registered Nurse position on a telemetry unit in Georgia requiring at least 2 years of RN experience, current Georgia RN licensure, and certifications including BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Certification. The role involves caring for adult to geriatric patients with cardiac and vascular conditions, working with Epic and telemetry monitoring systems, and adhering to specific orientation and compliance requirements. Prior travel experience is not required.