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Registered Nurse – Telemetry

Location: Meridian, Idaho
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: 12-hour shifts (days or nights available)
Start Date: ASAP

Job Details

Unit: Telemetry
Bed Count: 27 beds (expanding by 10 beds in June)
Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:4
Weekend and holiday coverage required
No call or standby requirements
Floating: May float to similar units, Med/Surg, ICU (if experienced), and nearby medical centers
Orientation: System onboarding plus 2 orientation shifts
Scrub Color: Any professional, clean, and well-kept

Patient Population & Common Diagnoses

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
NSTEMI, STEMI
Stroke
Sepsis
Diabetes
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Renal Failure
Respiratory Failure
Pneumothorax
Post cardiac catheterization patients (experience with TR bands and Fem stops preferred)

Required Certifications

BLS (Basic Life Support)
ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale) certification

Experience Requirements

Minimum 2 years of experience as a Telemetry nurse
Cardiac drip experience required (note: RNs are not required to titrate drips)
Experience with NIH stroke assessment
Experience in post cardiac catheterization recovery and chest tube care

Clinical & Equipment Information

Commonly used medications: set rate diltiazem and amiodarone (no epinephrine or nitroglycerin on this floor)
Telemetry monitoring: RNs read and document every 6 hours
Monitoring equipment: currently SpaceLab monitors, transitioning to Philips
Respiratory therapy equipment managed by RTs: CPAP, BiPAP, high flow oxygen

Additional Notes

Telemetry technicians currently on floor until June, then centralized off-site
Charge nurse and house supervisor present but do not take patients
Nurse aides available with a ratio of approximately 1:8 or 1:9
Facility enforces a 50-mile radius rule for candidates’ permanent address

This position is ideal for experienced Telemetry RNs seeking a travel assignment with a well-supported team and diverse cardiac and stroke patient population.

Facility

St. Luke's Meridian Medical Center

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Short Term Acute Care

ADDRESS520 South Eagle RoadMeridian, ID 83642

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About Meridian, ID

As a Travel Telemetry Nurse in Meridian, ID here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Meridian, ID is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living, providing a good balance for residents.

Weather

Meridian experiences hot summers with average highs around 90°F and cold winters with average lows around 23°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Meridian and can be relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms and local real estate agencies.

Transportation

Meridian is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
Public transportation options are limited, so owning a car is essential for getting around.

Demographics

Meridian has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to seasonal pollen.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Meridian offers a variety of restaurants featuring diverse cuisines, local art galleries, live music venues, and sports facilities.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and water activities in the nearby natural areas.

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