Telemetry Registered Nurse
Augusta, Georgia
University Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Telemetry Unit

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

Patient Population

• Adults to Geriatrics

Unit & Work Setting

• 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
• Ratio/Census: 1:4-5; 36 rooms with average daily census of 35
• Unit Systems: Epic (required), Pyxis, SBAR
• Scrub Color: Navy Blue

Schedule & Work Conditions

• Return to Office (RTO): Maximum 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
• Holidays: Expected to work major holidays if they fall during assignment (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, New Years Eve/Day)

Required Experience

• Minimum 2 years of specialty experience (Registered Nurse in Telemetry)
• 1st time travelers accepted
• Prior travel experience: Not required

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or ARC accepted
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - Required for this specialty; AHA or ARC accepted
• NIH Stroke Certification - Preferred (check unit description)

Required Licenses

• Valid Registered Nurse license in the state of Georgia
• Annual NURSYS verification required within 30 days prior to start

Competency Requirements

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (required by agency)
• Color Blind Testing (required for all candidates)
• Competency Exam (required by agency)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (required for Telemetry)

  • Candidates allowed 3 attempts; failure on third attempt results in cancellation

Health & Background Requirements

• Physical exam within 12 months of start (required by agency)
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 12 months (PPD, QGold, or TSpot)
• TB Questionnaire updated annually (required for all candidates)
• Immunizations:

  • Rubeola (Measles): 2 MMR vaccines or positive titer
  • Mumps: 2 MMR vaccines or positive titer
  • Rubella: 2 MMR vaccines or positive titer
  • Varicella: 2 vaccines or positive titer
  • Hepatitis B series, surface antibody titer, or signed declination
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start (includes Amphetamines, Methamphetamine, Barbiturates, Benzodiazepines, Cocaine, Methadone, Opiates, Phencyclidine, Propoxyphene, THC)
• Seasonal Flu Vaccination or Declination required (strongly encouraged during flu season)

Additional Notes

• Clinical screening required to determine clinical fit before final approval
• Full compliance with all requirements needed to start on time; delays may result in a 2-week pushback due to orientation scheduling
• Locals accepted at same rate
• Number of non-billable orientation hours depends on contract length (e.g., 14 weeks = 14 hours)

This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic telemetry unit caring for adult and geriatric patients with complex cardiac and vascular conditions, supported by a robust electronic medical record system and a collaborative team environment.