Telemetry RN
Nampa, Idaho
St Lukes Nampa Medical Center

Registered Nurse – Telemetry

Location: Nampa, Idaho
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: 12-hour shifts (7 AM – 7 PM)
Hours per Week: 36 hours

Unit Details

• Telemetry unit with 24 beds
• Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:4
• Team nursing model with charge nurse and administrative supervisor on site 24/7
• Telemetry techs available; RNs sign off on cardiac strips (SpaceLabs monitors)
• CNAs support with a ratio of 1:8 (typically 3 CNAs if unit is full)
• Respiratory equipment includes CPAP, BiPAP (patients on BiPAP >4 hours transfer to ICU), and High Flow oxygen

Patient Population & Common Diagnoses

• Heart Failure
• COPD
• Sepsis
• Atrial Fibrillation (AFIB)
• Pneumonia (PNA)
• Stroke
• Detoxification patients
• Suicidal holds

Required Certifications & Skills

• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
• Minimum 1 year of nursing experience in Telemetry or related specialty
• Open to first-time travel nurses
• Must be a good team player

Clinical Responsibilities

• No requirement for RNs to titrate drips
• Common set-rate medications include Diltiazem, Heparin, Amiodarone, Lidocaine
• Floating to MedSurg unit locally and to Telemetry units in nearby cities may be required
• No call or standby requirements
• Weekend and holiday shifts as needed, typically every other weekend

Orientation & Dress Code

• Unit-specific orientation: 1-2 days
• Dress code: Any clean, professional scrub color

Additional Notes

• Experienced travelers may serve as lead nurses, managing 1-2 patients and assisting others with medication passes and care
• Facility enforces a 50-mile radius rule for candidates’ permanent address

Summary

This is a 13-week Telemetry RN travel assignment in a 24-bed unit with a 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio. The role involves working 12-hour day shifts with a focus on cardiac and critical care patients. The position requires BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certifications, and at least 1 year of relevant experience. Teamwork and flexibility to float to other units are important.