Telemetry
Cardiac Telemetry Nurse — Night Shift
Position Overview
Join the cardiac telemetry unit for a 13-week contract. You'll work nights (19:00–07:00), 4 days per week with guaranteed 48 hours weekly. Start date: November 30, 2026.
About the Unit
The facility's cardiac telemetry unit specializes in monitoring and caring for patients recovering from cardiac procedures and acute cardiac events. You'll manage patients post-ablation, post-catheterization, and post-open heart surgery, along with those requiring temporary pacemaker support. The team includes a charge nurse, unit secretary, and patient care technicians.
Your Responsibilities
- Monitor telemetry and interpret EKG and telemetry strips
- Administer and titrate cardiac medications (insulin, Cardizem, Cardene, Amiodarone)
- Manage chest tubes, temporary pacemakers, and peripheral IV lines
- Perform NGT placement and maintenance and Foley insertions
- Provide compassionate patient-centered care aligned with facility values
- Float to other units as needed, based on demonstrated competency
- Work full-time with three weekend shifts per scheduling period
Required Qualifications
- Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications
- Cardiac telemetry or PCU/ICU experience
- Demonstrated expertise in post-cardiac procedural care
- Strong ability to read and interpret cardiac rhythms
Dress Code
Navy blue scrubs (black pants with navy top acceptable).
Why Consider This Assignment
Fast-paced, supportive environment with a team culture that values both tenured and new staff. The unit has earned AHA Get With the Guidelines–Heart Failure GOLD PLUS recognition.