Travel Cardiac Telemetry RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry PCU
- Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Wilmington, North Carolina.

• Specialty:
  Telemetry PCU
  - Progressive Care Unit
• 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 night shift position requiring at least 2 years of cardiac experience and NC or compact RN licensure.

• Cardiac Telemetry unit within a PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown care environment
• Patient ratio of 1:6, varying with acuity
• Patient population includes atrial fibrillation, CHF, ACS, CAD, valve disorders, endocarditis, cardiomyopathy, PVD/PAD, vasculitis, carotid stenosis, and venous stasis cases
• Cares for patients undergoing CABG, AVR, MVR, TAVR, Mitral Clip, LAAO/Watchman, VATS, carotid endarterectomy, fem-pop bypass, amputations, and other cardiac/thoracic/vascular surgeries
• Manages post-cath, post-DCCV, post-electrophysiology, and pacemaker placement patients
• Uses arterial lines, Doppler, bladder scanner, EKG, femoral sheaths, TR band, Fem-Stop, chest tubes, and epicardial pacing wires
• Utilizes Pyxis, EPIC, and SBAR communication systems
• Night shift, 3x12-hour schedule (18:45-7:15), 36 hours per week
• 13-26 week contract options available
• Weekend requirement of 4 shifts per 4-week period (flexible)
• Floating required at unit discretion
• 24-hour unit orientation

• 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
• First-time travelers not accepted unless candidate has more than 24 months of cardiac experience
• Experience with cardiac telemetry, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, sheath removal, pre/post cardiac cath care, and cardiac drip management (with and without titration)
• Experience with chest tube management (Emerson/Pleur-evac), CPAP/BiPAP, nasal cannula, and non-invasive airway management required
• Epic charting experience preferred
• Arterial line management, wound care/wound vac, and charge experience preferred
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start
• Two professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years required (pending acceptable at submission)

• Provide cardiac telemetry nursing care including monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and post-procedural care for cardiac and vascular surgical patients
• Navy scrubs required
• Must complete pre-start and annual online training modules (approximately 8-10 hours for acute care roles)
• May be assigned to a Storm Team or Hurricane Team and required to report during catastrophic events, mass casualties, or disasters
• Must work 2 of 3 major holidays
• Up to 7 days of RTO can be auto-approved if not falling on a holiday; no RTO permitted during the first week of assignment
• Travel pairs are allowed if placed on different units with disclosure at submission
• Local candidates within 50 miles accepted at a lower rate
• Former Novant Health/New Hanover PERM/PRN/EP employees must wait 12 months before applying and disclose prior employment details for facility approval
• Current travel or per diem clinicians at the facility must choose one status and cannot hold both simultaneously

American Traveler Job  #P-749071. 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.