Telemetry Registered Nurse
Augusta, Georgia
University Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Telemetry

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

Job Summary

• Work on a telemetry unit caring for adult to geriatric patients.
• Patient diagnoses include CHF, MI/chest pain (pre- and post-cath), dysrhythmias (pre- and post-device implants), hypo-/hypertension, pleural effusion, sepsis, PE/DVT, and vascular issues.
• Unit census: 36 rooms, average daily census of 35.
• Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:4-5.
• Electronic medical record system: Epic (required).
• Other systems: Pyxis, SBAR.
• Scrub color: Navy Blue.

Shift Details

• Night shift: 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM (3 shifts per week).
• Total hours per week: 36.
• Weekend schedule: Every other weekend.
• Floating: Required within facility and scope of practice as needed.
• Call: None.
• Holiday work: If 1 major holiday falls during assignment, expected to work it; if 2 holidays, expected to work both; if 3 holidays, expected to work 2.
• Major holidays include Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, New Year's Eve/Day.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Georgia.
• Minimum 2 years of telemetry nursing experience, with telemetry experience within the last year.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Experience with Epic electronic medical record system.

Compliance & Onboarding

• Return to Office (RTO) maximum: 7 days.
• RTO blackout dates: Spring Break (April 4th-12th).
• Full compliance with onboarding requirements mandatory to start on time; delays result in 2-week pushback due to bi-weekly orientation schedule.
• Clinical screening required to determine clinical fit before final approval.

Required Documentation & Health Requirements

• Valid photo ID (Driver’s License or State ID).
• Background check completed within 30 days prior to start; must include county, national sex offender, nationwide criminal search, FACIS 3, and education verification.
• Education verification of nursing degree required; can be pending at start with proof of processing (due within 30 days).
• Physical exam within 12 months of start.
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 12 months; TB questionnaire required annually.
• Immunizations/vaccinations required or proof of immunity:

  • 2 MMR vaccines or positive titers for measles, mumps, rubella.
  • 2 Varicella vaccines or positive titer.
  • Hepatitis B surface antibody titer or signed declination.
  • Flu vaccine or signed declination (required during flu season).
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start.
• References: 2 clinical references required.
• Skills checklist updated within 12 months.
• Verification of most recent work history required; can be pending at start with proof of processing.

Additional Notes

• Locals accepted at the same rate.
• Number of non-billable orientation hours depends on contract length.
• Dress and professional appearance policy must be reviewed.
• Code of conduct must be reviewed and signed prior to start.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a high-acuity telemetry setting with a supportive team and comprehensive orientation process.