Travel Cardiac Tele RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Salisbury, North Carolina.

• Specialty:
  Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/19/2026
• 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 19, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Cardiac Telemetry RN for a fast-paced primary cardiac and stroke unit requiring 2+ years of Cardiac Tele experience and ACLS/BLS/NIHSS certifications.

• Primary cardiac and stroke unit within a hospital setting
• Patient ratios of 1:5-6, with surge capacity up to 6 patients
• 12-hour night shifts from 18:45 to 07:15
• 13-26 week contract options available
• 36 hours per week can be offered
• Self-scheduling with leadership oversight; no block scheduling permitted
• Every other weekend required, including 2 Mondays and 2 Fridays within a 6-week period
• On-call requirements vary based on patient census
• Floating required within or near the facility
• Uses Epic (Dimensions), Pyxis, and SBAR communication
• Team lead support available to assist with admissions and discharges
• Unit turns over approximately 78-90 patients per week

• Active RN license (NC or Compact) required, pending acceptable at submission
• Certifications:
  
  ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 2 years of Cardiac Telemetry experience required (hard requirement, no substitutions)
• Epic charting experience preferred
• Skills required:
  
  IV therapy/phlebotomy, telemetry monitoring, pre/post cardiac procedure care, cardiac drip management
• Experience managing cardiac and vasoactive drips (titration preferred)
• Experience with pacemakers, cardiac catheterization, and TR bands preferred
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start

• Provide care for stable pre/post procedure cardiac patients including pacemaker implants, cardioverter/defibrillators, and cardiac catheterization
• Manage patients with unstable angina, low-risk chest pain, CHF, dysrhythmias, and new CVA/TIA diagnoses
• Monitor and titrate cardiac drips such as Cardizem, Dopamine, and Amiodarone
• Unit houses COVID-positive patients using high-flow oxygen and BiPAP during surges
• 36 hours of unit orientation required; must be available all week one for hospital orientation
• Navy blue or white scrubs permitted, along with Novant t-shirts; jackets must match scrub material and color; no crocs with holes
• First-time travelers welcome if they meet the 2-year Cardiac Tele experience requirement
• Previous Novant Health or New Hanover employees (perm/PRN/EP) must wait 12 months before reapplying, with facility approval required
• Local candidates within 50 miles accepted at a reduced rate
• Up to 7 days of RTO can be auto-approved (excluding holidays); no RTO allowed during first week
• Must work 2 of 3 major holidays
• Travel pairs allowed if on different units with separate schedules and transportation

American Traveler Job  #P-766380. 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.