Telemetry Registered Nurse
Augusta, Georgia
University Hospital

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position

Location: Augusta, Georgia
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience
• 1st time travelers accepted
• No prior travel experience explicitly required

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
• 16 rooms on the unit

Systems & Tools

• Epic (required)
• Pyxis
• SBAR communication

Schedule & Work Conditions

• Return to Office (RTO): Maximum 7 days
• Weekends: Every other weekend
• Floating: Yes
• Call: None
• Holidays: Required to work major holidays during assignment (expectations vary depending on number of holidays during contract)

Certifications Required

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

Compliance & Orientation

• Full compliance required to start on time
• Orientation hours depend on contract length (e.g., 12 weeks = 12 hours orientation)
• Background checks, education verification, and other compliance documents must be completed prior to start

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 12 months
• Drug screening (10-panel) within 30 days of start, negative result required before starting
• Required vaccinations or proof of immunity:

  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (series, titer, or declination)
  • Flu vaccine or declination (seasonal)
• TB questionnaire updated annually

Competency Exams

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam (3 attempts allowed)
• Color blind testing

Additional Notes

• Candidate must review and sign facility-specific policies such as Code of Conduct and Dress/Professional Appearance
• Skills checklist and work history verification required (can be pending at start with proof of processing)
• References: 2 clinical references required

This position offers a challenging telemetry nursing role with a focus on adult and geriatric patients, requiring strong clinical skills and certifications. The assignment includes a structured orientation and compliance process to ensure readiness and safety.