Telemetry Registered Nurse
Augusta, Georgia
University Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Telemetry

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

Patient Population

• Adults to Geriatrics

Unit & Work Environment

• Telemetry unit
• 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: 1:4-5
• 36 rooms with an average daily census of 35
• Unit systems: Epic (required), Pyxis, SBAR
• Scrub color: Navy Blue

Schedule & Work Conditions

• Return to Office (RTO) max 7 days
• RTO blackout dates: Spring Break (April 4th-12th)
• Weekends: Every other weekend
• Floating: Yes, within facility/scope of practice as needed
• Call requirements: None
• Holiday work expectations:

  • If 1 major holiday falls during assignment, expected to work it
  • If 2 major holidays fall, expected to work both
  • If 3 major holidays fall, expected to work 2 of them
• Major holidays include Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, New Year’s Eve/Day

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Georgia
• 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
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Experience working with adult patients
• Experience working with geriatric patients
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Licensure

• Valid Registered Nurse license for the state of Georgia

Compliance & Screening

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

Health & Background Requirements

• Background check required 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 (with additional requirements if history of positive TB)
• TB questionnaire required annually
• Immunizations/vaccinations required or proof of immunity:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (titer or signed declination)
  • Varicella
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (Tdap highly recommended)
• Flu vaccine or declination required (seasonal)
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start

Additional Requirements

• Skills checklist within 12 months, updated annually
• Verification of most recent work history (can be pending at start with proof it is in process)
• Two clinical references required

Notes

• Number of non-billable orientation hours depends on contract length (e.g., 14 weeks = 14 hours)
• Locals accepted at the same rate
• Candidate must review and sign facility-specific policies including Code of Conduct and Dress/Professional Appearance Policy

This position offers an opportunity to work in a telemetry unit with a diverse adult to geriatric patient population, requiring strong clinical skills in cardiac and vascular care, with a supportive team environment and structured orientation process.