Telemetry Registered Nurse
South Bend, Indiana
Memorial Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Telemetry

Location

• South Bend, Indiana

Employment Type

• Travel/Contract

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Unit and Patient Population

• Oncology-focused unit with a high volume of telemetry patients
• Management of drips and cardiac rhythms expected
• Strong telemetry experience preferred; candidates without telemetry experience must have strong Medical-Surgical (MedSurg) skills

Shift Details

• Day shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 AM – 7:30 PM)
• Weekend requirement: Every other weekend
• Holiday requirement: Every other holiday
• Guaranteed 36 hours per week

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required
• First-time travel nurses accepted
• Prior travel experience is not required

Candidate Location Requirement

• Must live at least 50 miles away from the facility (no local candidates)

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Indiana
• Minimum of 1 year telemetry experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)

Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only
• Additional certifications may be required based on unit specifics (e.g., Chemotherapy certification)

Testing and Competency

• On-site EKG exam covering:

  • Cardiac conduction system identification
  • Basic dysrhythmias recognition and naming
  • Understanding PR and QRS intervals
• Medication competency test required

Dress Code

• Royal blue scrub top with white or royal blue bottoms

Charting System

• Cerner electronic health record

Background and Compliance Requirements

• Background check covering last 7 years and all states lived/worked in, required within 90 days of start and annually thereafter
• Education verification or copy of diploma/transcripts required
• Physical exam required prior to start
• Negative 12-panel drug screen within 30 days of start (includes amphetamines, cannabinoids, MDMA, methamphetamines, buprenorphine, oxycodone, fentanyl, cocaine, methadone, tramadol, benzodiazepines, morphine/opiate)
• TB screening: Negative 2-step PPD or Q-gold within 1 year (T-spot not accepted); if positive PPD, chest x-ray within past 12 months required
• Immunizations or titers required for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (titer, series, or declination)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required prior to start and documentation on file by December 15
• COVID-19 vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required; medical exemption must be signed by healthcare provider

Additional Requirements

• Candidates must review and sign facility-specific agency resource guide and confidentiality/non-disclosure agreement prior to start
• Passport-style photo required for badge issuance
• Completion of mandatory online modules (70-80 modules, approx. 8-10 hours) due by Friday before start date; paid time for completion provided
• Fit mask test preferred if available (not required for this location)
• Employment application required for all candidates

This position offers an opportunity to work in a specialized oncology telemetry unit with a supportive environment for travel nurses, including first-timers. Strong clinical skills in telemetry or MedSurg nursing are essential for success.