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Cardiac Telemetry RN
Wilmington, North Carolina
New Hanover Regional Medical Center

$1,774-2,240/week

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Cardiac Telemetry RN

Overview

Travel/Contract role in Wilmington, North Carolina
Night shift, 36 hours per week
13-week contract
Ratios vary by acuity, typically 1:6
Locals are accepted

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in North Carolina
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Med Surg / Telemetry (2 years of experience)
Med Surg / Telemetry experience within the last year
One completed travel assignment
ACLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
NIHSS
2 years of experience on the cardiac floor

Preferred Qualifications

Arterial line management
Wound care / wound vac
Charge experience

Unit / Clinical Setting

Cardiac Telemetry
PCU / DOU / IMC / Stepdown

Skills and Experience

Sheath removal
Interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
Post MI care
Pre/post cardiac cath
Cardiac drip management, including titration
Chest tubes using Emerson / Pleuravac
External CPAP / BIPAP
Nasal cannula
Non-invasive airway management

Procedures and Patient Population

CABG
AVR
MVR
TAVR
Mitral Clip
LAAO / Watchman procedure
VATS
Carotid endarterectomy
FEM-POP bypass
Amputations
Other vascular surgeries
Cardiac surgeries
Thoracic surgeries
General thoracic surgery
Post cath
Post DCCV
Post electrophysiology procedures
Pacemaker placements
Atrial fibrillation
CHF
ACS
CAD
Aortic stenosis / regurgitation
Mitral regurgitation / stenosis
Endocarditis
Cardiomyopathy
PVD / PAD
Vasculitis
Carotid stenosis
Venous stasis
Sheath management / sheath removal

Float / Scheduling

Will follow unit rotation; not first to float
Weekend requirement: 4 per 4 weeks, flexible

Additional Notes

RTO after booking is not allowed
Contract staff may be assigned to Storm Team and/or Hurricane Team
Navy scrubs
Unit orientation is 24 hours

Facility

New Hanover Regional Medical Center

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ADDRESS2131 South 17th StreetWilmington, NC 28401

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About Wilmington, NC

As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Wilmington, NC here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Wilmington is slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the primary factor.
Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.

Weather

Summer average high: 89°F, average low: 70°F.
Winter average high: 58°F, average low: 36°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Wilmington, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially in the off-peak tourist seasons.

Transportation

Wilmington is car-friendly, with relatively low traffic congestion.
Public transportation options are limited, but there are some bus routes available.

Demographics

Wilmington has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the pollen from the many trees and plants in the area.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in Wilmington.

Things to Do

Wilmington offers a variety of activities including exploring the historic downtown area, visiting museums, enjoying fresh seafood at local restaurants, and engaging in outdoor activities such as golfing and fishing.

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