Cardiac Telemetry Registered Nurse
Salisbury, North Carolina
Novant Health Rowan Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Cardiac Telemetry Registered Nurse

Location: Salisbury, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Overview

• Work on a fast-paced, busy cardiac and stroke unit with high patient turnover (78-90 patients weekly).
• Patient care includes stable pre/post procedure cardiac patients (pacemaker implantation, ICDs, cardiac catheterization), stroke patients (CVA, TIA), and cardiac drips (Cardizem, Dopamine, Amiodarone).
• Unit includes a COVID-positive side with patients on opti-flow and chronic BIPAP (no new BIPAP initiation).
• Target nurse-to-patient ratios: 1:5-6; nurses must be comfortable managing up to 6 patients during surge.
• Shift: 12-hour nights (18:45 - 07:15), 36 hours per week.
• Call requirement: Yes, frequency varies with patient census.
• Float requirement: Yes.
• Weekend requirement: Every other weekend plus 2 Mondays and 2 Fridays in a 6-week period.
• Self-scheduling with leadership oversight; no block scheduling allowed.
• Orientation: 36 hours, must be available daily during the first week.
• Strict attendance policy: Return to Office (RTO) after booking is not allowed beyond 7 days; excessive call-offs may lead to cancellation.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in North Carolina
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 2 years telemetry experience, including telemetry experience within the last year
• Experience maintaining similar nurse-to-patient ratios and acuity in a high-acuity cardiac telemetry or related unit
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
• Traveler experience; first-time travelers accepted

Patient Diagnoses & Procedures

• Stable pre/post pacemaker and ICD implantation care.
• Cardiac catheterization and peripheral vascular interventions (without sheaths).
• Stroke and TIA patients (new CVA, TIA).
• Management of multiple cardiac drips (Cardizem, Dopamine, Amiodarone).
• Oxygen therapy including stable high flow O2, non-rebreather masks (palliative only), and chronic BIPAP use (no new BIPAP initiation).

Unit Equipment & Systems

• Telemetry and pulse oximetry monitoring.
• Pyxis medication system.
• Documentation and communication via EPIC Dimensions and SBAR.

Scheduling & Work Environment

• 13-week contract length.
• Night shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each.
• Self-scheduling with leadership oversight; no block scheduling.
• Must be comfortable with high patient turnover and fast-paced environment.
• Uniform: Navy blue or white scrubs or a combination; jackets must match scrubs in material and color; no crocs with holes allowed.

Compliance & Onboarding Requirements

• Background check within 6 months required.
• Drug screening (9-panel) within 6 months required.
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year; if past positive TB, physician-signed TB questionnaire required.
• Immunizations: Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B (with facility-specific declination if applicable).
• Flu vaccination or approved exemption required during flu season; mask required if exempt.
• Physical exam and references required per travel agency standards.
• Must complete facility-specific orientation, education modules, and compliance training.
• Photo for badge required immediately after signing contract (passport-style, white background, business attire).
• Must complete Corporate ID setup and I-Learn login within 24 hours of receiving credentials.

Additional Notes

• Call-offs and additional RTO beyond policy may result in contract cancellation.
• Weekend and holiday coverage required as specified.
• Team lead available to assist with admissions and discharges.
• COVID-positive patients present on unit; appropriate precautions required.

This position is ideal for experienced cardiac telemetry RNs comfortable in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment with strong cardiac and stroke patient care skills. First-time travel nurses are welcome to apply.