Telemetry
MedSurg/Telemetry Float Pool RN — Nights
*Medical-Surgical / Telemetry | Bridgeport, WV | 13-Week Contract*
This float pool position places you across multiple MedSurg/Telemetry units, primarily on night shift. You'll receive a unit assignment at the start of each shift and will most often be placed on a "parent unit" caring for basic telemetry patients within your scope of practice.
Schedule & Contract
- 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- Every-other-weekend requirement (Saturday & Sunday)
- Holiday rotation shared with permanent staff
- Guaranteed 36 hours per week
- 13-week contract
- Cancellation policy: 2 shifts per contract
- Orientation: 1–2 preceptored shifts
Patient Population & Clinical Scope
Common diagnoses include CHF, chest pain, cardiac cath recovery, ia, COPD, chronic renal disease, orthopedic, and oncology (travelers do not administer chemotherapy). Float units range from MedSurg/Tele to critical care acuity.
Skills & Requirements
- Active RN license required
- BLS and ACLS required
- All travelers must pass a cardiac rhythm exam prior to placement
- Must be able to independently read and interpret telemetry strips
- No drip titration required; set-rate drips may be present
- CPAP and BiPAP on units; respiratory therapy manages all respiratory equipment
Support Structure
- Charge nurse present on all units around the clock (night charge carries a patient assignment)
- CNAs available on all units
- Monitor techs present on most units
- BSN not required
Additional Note: A 50-mile radius rule applies to this position. A copy of your valid, unexpired driver's license is required at submission.
