Step-Down Telemetry Registered Nurse
New Brunswick, New Jersey
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital New Brunswick

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Acute care nursing position in Medical/Surgical Overflow area
• Patient care includes medical/surgical, telemetry, or IMC level of care
• Must be able to interpret cardiac rhythms and conduct NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) assessments
• Experience with antiarrhythmia drips (without titration) required
• Must float within skillset when not needed on home unit
• No block scheduling
• Weekends and every other holiday required; must be available to work 2 of 3 winter holidays
• Ratios approximately 1:4-5+
• Minimum 2 years of acute care experience required
• First-time travelers accepted
• Locals accepted

Required Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support): Required for Medical/Surgical, Telemetry, IMC, Adult Critical Care, ED, PCU, L&D, Outpatient Surgery. Certificates expiring within a month of start require renewal confirmation.
• BLS (Basic Life Support): Required for all RNs and many tech roles. Certificates expiring within a month of start require renewal confirmation.
• NIH Stroke Certification: Required for adult critical care specialties, ED, Telemetry, MS/Tele, Cath Lab units. Must be updated annually.
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support): Required for Pediatric ER and Pediatric Acute Care.
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program): Required for L&D, Mother Baby, NICU, Nursery, Antepartum, Special Care Nursery.
• Chemotherapy Certification: Required for adult and pediatric chemo nurses (ONS/ONCC for adults, APHON for pediatrics).
• Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB): Required for ER, Pediatric ER, and Behavioral Health RNs. Online portion must be completed by hire date; in-person portion within 14 days of start.
• Pass/Fail Testing: Pharmacology and Basic EKG exams required for clinical staff in relevant units. Candidates have 3 attempts to pass.
• Competency Exams: Medication, Dysrhythmia/EKG, and general competency exams required within 12 months of start.
• Other Certifications: Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) for Mother-Baby and L&D RNs as applicable.

Experience & Skills

• Minimum 2 years acute care experience
• Ability to interpret cardiac rhythms and perform NIHSS assessments
• Experience with medical/surgical, telemetry, and IMC level patients
• Ability to float within skillset
• Must be able to work every other weekend and holidays as scheduled

Work Schedule

• Every other weekend required
• Must work 2 of 3 winter holidays
• No block scheduling

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Background Checks: Criminal background check within 30 days of start, including alias and multi-level searches. No open cases allowed.
• Drug Screening: 10-panel urine drug screen within 30 days of start.
• Health Documents:

  • Physical exam within 12 months, cleared for essential job functions and free of communicable disease
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray as per facility requirements
  • Immunizations and titers for Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap
  • Annual influenza vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required
  • Fit test and respiratory medical clearance as applicable
  • Latex allergy questionnaire if job tasks require glove use
• Licenses: Valid RN license with legal name matching documentation; NURSYS verification as applicable
• References: Two references within last 2 years, including at least one managerial reference
• Employment History: 7 years of work history required, with verification of at least 1 year prior to start date for New Jersey candidates
• Skills Checklist: Must be completed and updated annually

Additional Notes

• Facility requires completion of floating policy for every new assignment or site transfer
• Candidates must complete annual education sign-offs and facility-specific orientation materials prior to start
• Candidates with a history of positive TB require additional medical clearance and documentation
• Candidates must comply with all facility-specific CEU requirements (e.g., Stroke, Trauma, Med Surg)
• Candidates must complete OSHA, HIPAA, and Joint Commission annual training
• Candidates must complete all required competency and pass/fail testing within specified timeframes

This position offers an opportunity to work in a reputable acute care setting with a supportive environment for both first-time travelers and experienced nurses. The role demands flexibility, strong clinical skills, and compliance with comprehensive credentialing and health requirements.