Telemetry Registered Nurse
Augusta, Georgia
University Hospital

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position

Location: Augusta, Georgia
Specialty: Registered Nurse
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Experience & Patient Population

• Minimum Experience: 2 years (1st time travelers accepted)
• Patient Population: Adults to Geriatrics

Unit & Work Setting

• Telemetry unit
• Common Diagnoses: CHF, MI/Chest pain (pre- and post-cath), Dysrhythmias (pre- and post-device implants), Hypo-/Hypertension, Pleural effusion, Sepsis, PE/DVT/vascular issues
• Nurse to Patient Ratio: 1:4-5
• Census: 16 rooms
• Unit Systems: Epic (required), Pyxis, SBAR
• Scrub Color: Navy Blue

Schedule & Requirements

• Return to Office (RTO): Maximum 7 days
• Weekends: Every other weekend
• Floating: Yes
• Call: None
• Holidays:

  • If 1 major holiday falls during assignment, expected to work it
  • If 2 major holidays, expected to work both
  • If 3 major holidays, expected to work 2 of them
• Major Holidays Include: New Year’s Eve/Day, Spring Break (no RTO), Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day

Certifications Required

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• NIH Stroke Certification

Compliance & Orientation

• Full compliance required to start on time
• Non-compliance results in a 2-week pushback due to bi-weekly orientation schedule
• Number of Non-Billable Orientation (NBO) hours depends on contract length (e.g., 12 weeks = 12 hours)

Required Documentation & Compliance

Background Checks & Verifications

• Background check required within 30 days of start
• Education verification required (degree related to specialty)
• State License verification (Georgia RN license required)
• Annual NURSYS verification
• Transcript/Diploma may be required
• References: 2 clinical references required
• Work history verification of most recent employer required (can be pending at start with proof it is in process)

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 12 months (TB questionnaire required annually)
• Immunizations:

  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: 2 MMR vaccines or positive titer
  • Varicella: 2 vaccines or positive titer
  • Hepatitis B series or signed declination
  • Flu vaccine or declination required (strongly encouraged during flu season)
• Drug Testing: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start (cannot start with results pending)

Competency Exams

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (required by agency)
• Color Blind Testing (required for all candidates)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (required for Telemetry and related units; 3 attempts allowed)
• General Competency Exam (required by agency)

Facility Specific Requirements

• Review and sign Code of Conduct and Dress/Professional Appearance Policy prior to start

Additional Notes

• Candidates will be pre-screened clinically for fit before manager review
• Locals accepted at same rate
• Floating required
• No call requirements
• Must be fully compliant with all documentation and certifications before start to avoid delays

This position offers an opportunity to work in a telemetry unit with a diverse adult to geriatric patient population, requiring strong clinical skills and certifications in BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke. The role includes a structured orientation and compliance process to ensure readiness and quality care delivery.