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Salisbury, NC

Cardiac Telemetry – Night Shift

Position Overview

The facility seeks an experienced Registered Nurse for its cardiac telemetry unit, a fast-paced environment managing high-acuity cardiac and stroke patients. This is a night shift, travel contract position.

Shift & Schedule

  • Shift: 3x12-hour nights (18:45–07:15)
  • Days: Friday, Saturday, Sunday
  • Contract: 13 weeks
  • Start Date: November 2, 2026

Unit Overview

This is the facility's primary cardiac and stroke unit. You'll provide care for stable pre/post-procedure patients including pacemaker implantations, implanted cardioverter/defibrillators, cardiac catheterizations, and interventional peripheral vascular procedures. The unit typically turns over 78–90 patients per week, with a team lead assisting with admissions and discharges.

Patient Population & Clinical Scope

  • Pre/post cardiac catheterization and sheath removal
  • Dysrhythmia management and interpretation
  • Cardiac drip titration (Cardiazem, Dopamine, Amiodarone, etc.)
  • Unstable angina and low-risk chest pain evaluation
  • Post-stroke and TIA patients
  • High-flow oxygen therapy and BiPAP (chronic use only)
  • Telemetry monitoring and central line management

Staffing & Requirements

  • Float Requirement: Yes
  • Call Requirement: Yes (frequency based on census)
  • Minimum Experience: 2 years in high-acuity, busy unit (similar ratios and acuity)
  • First-time travelers and locals welcome

Required Certifications & Skills

  • ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
  • IV insertion and telemetry monitoring
  • Cardiac drip management and titration
  • Dysrhythmia recognition
  • Non-invasive airway management

Orientation

36 hours; must be available daily during week one for hospital orientation.

Dress Code

Navy blue or white scrubs (or mix); Novant t-shirts acceptable; matching jackets (non-fleece); no crocs with holes.

Important Notes

  • RTO: Maximum 7 days pre-approved; no RTO during first week; cannot request additional time off after signing
  • Must work 2 of 3 major holidays
  • EKG testing required prior to start
  • Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions only)
  • Strong call-off policy enforcement