Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry
Parkersburg, WV
GLC On-The-Go
3x12 hrs, Days, Nights

Travel RN – Cardiac Telemetry (3N) – Unit 3N (Cost Center 14)

Unit Information

• Unit Name: 3N – Cardiac Telemetry
• Cost Center: 14
• Bed Count: 43 beds (Semi-private; 9–10 private rooms)
• Typical Patient Ratios:
  • RN: 1:5 (can flex up to 1:6)
  • PCTs: Goal 1:8, but can flex up to 1:12–18 depending on staffing

Common Diagnoses / Patient Population

• Post-cardiac catheterizations (post heart caths)
• TR bands
• Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
• Post pacemaker placements (no external pacers)
• Medical management or awaiting CABG consult
• Arrhythmias

Required Skills & Experience

• ✅ Must be able to read telemetry strips
• ✅ Comfortable managing cardiac/telemetry patients
• ✅ RN’s expected to perform EKGs if PCTs are unavailable

Drips & Monitoring

• Are RNs required to titrate drips? Yes, but only Heparin
• Common Drips:
  • Titrated: Heparin, occasional Lasix or Bumex
  • Set Rate (Not titrated): Cardizem, Amiodarone
• Monitor Techs: Yes – central monitoring station for the entire North Tower
• RNs must still read their own telemetry strips

Staffing & Support

• Charge Nurse:
  • On days: Available 24/7, generally without assignment, but may take patients based on unit needs
  • On nights: Always has a patient assignment
  • Travelers may act as Charge RN if experienced and willing
• PCTs: Assist with ADLs, FSBS, EKGs (when able)
• Unit Clerk: Present on unit
• Teamwork Focus: Strong culture of teamwork and support, especially important due to high patient turnover

Equipment

• High Flow Oxygen: Occasionally used (in specific rooms)
• BiPAP/CPAP: Supportive therapy only – not for long-term dependency. Patients needing long-term use are transferred to higher acuity units

Scheduling Details

• Shifts: 12-hour shifts
  • Day: 07:00–19:30
  • Night: 19:00–07:30
• Self-Scheduling: Yes – block scheduling available if unit needs are met
• Weekend Requirement:
  • Travelers: Every other weekend (EOW)
  • Days: Saturday/Sunday
  • Nights: Friday/Saturday/Sunday/Monday
• Holiday Requirement:
  • Permanent staff follow a holiday rotation
  • Travelers may be asked to work holidays based on staffing needs

Call / Standby Requirements

• Rare; could occur if census is low
• Would be clearly stated in the travel contract

Floating Requirements

• Travelers are part of the float pool
• May float to other units, including ICU or Stepdown
• Will only be assigned patients that match their skillset

Dress Code

• Scrubs: Royal Blue
• Jackets: Optional, but must be scrub jackets (no hoodies or sweatshirts allowed)

Orientation

• Day 1: Computer training
• Day 2: Floor orientation with a preceptor
• Day 3 onward: Independent assignment

Additional Notes

• Fast-paced unit with 8–12 discharges and admissions daily
• RN’s are expected to complete their own admissions and discharges
• Support is readily available – team members are encouraged to ask for help
• The unit is new grad-friendly and emphasizes teaching and mentorship