Telemetry Registered Nurse
Peoria, IL
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,290/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Registered Nurse (RN) Telemetry. This acute-care position supports adult patients with cardiac, pulmonary, and general medical conditions, including myocardial infarction, congestive heart failure, atrial fibrillation, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, pacemaker or automated implantable cardioverter-defibrillator placement, and post-surgical care. The role includes telemetry monitoring, electrocardiogram interpretation, medication titration, and management of patients requiring chest tubes and other specialized care.
Job Details
- Required Qualifications: Minimum of 2 years of registered nursing experience; active Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license or confirmation that the application process has been initiated; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA); proficiency in electrocardiogram (EKG) interpretation, medication titration, and fundamental nursing skills.
- Preferred Qualifications: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
- Schedule: 12-hour shifts, either 7:00 AM7:30 PM or 7:00 PM7:30 AM, with a minimum of 36 hours per week. Every-other-weekend coverage is required, along with rotating holiday coverage.
- Additional Information: The position supports adult patients in an acute-care setting with typical nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:45 on days and 1:56 on nights. Responsibilities include titrating Cardizem and heparin infusions, reading and interpreting telemetry strips, managing chest tubes, and caring for patients using continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), bilevel positive airway pressure (BiPAP), and heated high-flow oxygen when clinically indicated. A charge nurse and house supervisor are available 24/7, and patient care technicians support the unit. A negative drug screen is required.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Peoria, IL
About
The largest city on the Illinois River, Peoria's downtown offers scenic views of the water, with the Peoria RiverFront district one of the oldest urban areas in the state. It attracts visitors and locals of all ages as a prime spot for outdoor festivals, concerts and gatherings and offers outstanding restaurants, cultural centers and a river trail. The Riverfront Museum focuses on history, art and science and features five major permanent galleries and rotating exhibits. Over 9,000 acres of parkland, including the Luthy Botanical Garden and Peoria Zoo, attract nature lovers near and far. And everyone enjoys the seasonal Peoria RiverFront Market and Peoria Farmers Market at Metro Centre and their vast array of fresh, local fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, baked goods, honey and more.
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