Telemetry

Cardiac Telemetry RN — Night Shift | Augusta, GA

Shift: Nights, 3×12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30)

Contract Duration: 8 weeks | Start Date: October 26, 2026

About the Unit

This cardiac telemetry unit cares for an adult and geriatric population managing a range of cardiovascular and related conditions, including CHF, post-MI, chest pain (pre- and post-cath), arrhythmias (pre- and post-device implant), sepsis, PE/DVT, peripheral vascular disease, hypertension/hypotension, and pleural effusion. Peritoneal dialysis is performed on the unit.

Clinical Skills Required

• Cardiac telemetry monitoring and interpretation of dysrhythmias
• Management of cardiac and vasoactive drips (no titration required)
• Pre/post cardiac cath and cardiac surgery care
• BiPAP/CPAP and high-flow nasal cannula management
• Central line, PICC line, and peripheral IV care
• Blood product administration, heparin protocols, and IV insulin protocols
• Tracheostomy care, chest tubes, feeding tube management
• Peritoneal dialysis and pre/post hemodialysis management
• Pacemaker management (temporary and permanent)
• Rapid Response/Code team utilization

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience (first-time travelers considered)
• Active Georgia RN license or Compact license required at time of submission
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
• Charge experience preferred
• Scrub color: Navy blue

Scheduling Details

• 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule period
• Float within cardiac telemetry or other units as needed
• No on-call required
• Max 7 days RTO per contract; all RTO must be finalized at submission
• RTO blackout: Spring Break (April 4–12); no RTO during orientation week
• Holiday coverage expected per standard assignment policy
• Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions considered)