Travel Cardio Thoracic Telemetry RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Peoria, Illinois.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  ASAP
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiac Telemetry position requiring EKG interpretation and drip titration skills on a busy Cardio Thoracic Unit.

• Acute care Cardio Thoracic/Telemetry unit with 70 beds
• Patient ratios: 1:4-5 days, 1:5-6 nights
• Common diagnoses include MI, CHF, A-fib, COPD, pacemaker/AICD placement, lung surgery patients with chest tubes, esophagectomy (post-PACU), and general medical overflow
• Uses EPIC EMR
• 12-hour night shifts,
• Required to work every other weekend (Friday/Saturday or Saturday/Sunday)
• Required to work rotating holidays, including holiday eve shifts for night staff
• Float to other general medical units as needed
• No call or standby requirements
• Philips telemetry monitors used with dedicated monitor techs on unit, though nurses must be able to read and interpret strips
• 24/7 charge nurse and house supervisor coverage, with charge nurse rarely taking patient assignments
• PCTs on unit with ratios of 1:8-9 days, 1:9-10 evenings, and 1:10-12 nights

• Active IL RN license required
• BLS (AHA) certification required; ACLS recommended
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• EKG interpretation and medication titration skills required, including Cardizem and heparin drips
• Experience with RT equipment such as CPAP and BiPAP for home regimen use
• Negative drug screen required for all panels as OSF is a Drug-Free Campus

• Provide direct patient care including drip titration, EKG interpretation, and monitoring of cardiac and thoracic surgical patients
• Unit/department orientation typically consists of one shift, depending on prior OSF facility experience
• Scrubs may be any color but must avoid children's or cartoon-style prints as this is an adult unit
• Local candidates accepted
• No radius rule applies, though candidates within 50 miles qualify for local rate

American Traveler Job  #P-768147. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - Cardiac Telemetry

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.