Travel RN - Cardiac Telemetry

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Assignment Overview

Overview

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Posted 2 days ago

Shift

Nights, 3x12hrs

Hours

36 hrs/wk

Start Date

Sep 28, 2026

Length

13 weeks

Openings

1

Actual start date is typically 3-4 weeks from time the offer is received. Start dates are determined based on facility needs and credentialing requirements.

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American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Cardiac Telemetry position requiring 2+ years of cardiac floor experience and NC or compact RN licensure.

• Cardiac Telemetry unit within a Rapid Response setting
• Cares for patients with Atrial Fibrillation, CHF, ACS, CAD, valve disorders, endocarditis, cardiomyopathy, PVD/PAD, vasculitis, carotid stenosis, and venous stasis
• Supports pre/post procedural care for CABG, AVR, MVR, TAVR, Mitral Clip, LAAO (Watchman), VATS, carotid endarterectomy, fem-pop bypass, amputations, and other vascular/cardiac/thoracic surgeries
• Manages sheath removal, arterial lines, chest tubes, epicardial pacing wires, TR bands, and Fem-Stop devices
• Ratios vary by acuity, 1:4 for surgical stepdown and 1:5-6 for lower acuity
• Uses Pyxis and Epic systems with SBAR communication
• Night shift, 3x12-hour schedule, 36 hours per week
• 13-26 week contract options accepted
• Floating required within unit rotation, not first to float
• May be assigned to Storm Team/Hurricane Team and required to report during catastrophic events

• Active NC or compact RN license (pending accepted at submission)
• BLS and ACLS certifications required, NIHSS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of cardiac floor experience required
• Travel experience required unless candidate has 24+ months of cardiac experience
• Skilled in cardiac telemetry, PCU/DOU/IMC/stepdown care, dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Experience managing and titrating cardiac drips
• Experience with non-invasive airway management, BiPAP/CPAP, and nasal cannula
• Epic charting experience preferred
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start
• Two professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years preferred at submission (pending references accepted)

• Provide direct patient care for complex cardiac and post-surgical patients requiring close monitoring
• Perform sheath removal, dysrhythmia management, and non-invasive airway support as part of daily duties
• Unit orientation is 24 hours
• Must complete pre-start and annual online training modules (8-10 hours for acute care roles)
• Local candidates accepted at a lower rate within 50 miles of the facility
• Former Novant Health or New Hanover employees must wait 12 months before reapplying and disclose prior employment details
• Up to 7 days of RTO can be auto-approved if not falling on a holiday, with no RTO allowed during the first week
• Must work 2 of the 3 major holidays
• Travel pairs allowed if on different units and disclosed at submission
• First-time travelers considered only if they have more than 24 months of cardiac experience

These details are based on information provided by the facility and may include inaccuracies or be subject to updates. Please verify all details with your recruiter.

Pay

$1,894/wk

Assignment Total (13 Weeks)

$24,622

Annual Equivalent (52 Weeks)

$98,488

Weekly Wages

$648/wk

Regular Hours

$18.00 x 36 hours/wk = $648

Weekly Stipends

$1,246/wk

Lodging

$110.00 x 7 days = $770

Meals & Incidentals

$68.00 x 7 days = $476

$1,894/wk

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