Telemetry
Cardiac Telemetry Nurse
Position Overview
The facility seeks a Cardiac Telemetry Nurse for a 13-week contract, working nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM). You'll provide direct nursing care to cardiac patients in a fast-paced telemetry unit, managing patient care plans, monitoring conditions, and coordinating care across all clinical disciplines.
Clinical Scope
You'll work with cardiac patients requiring telemetry monitoring and ongoing assessment. Your responsibilities include:
- Implementing and monitoring individualized patient care plans
- Assessing and communicating patient status to the care team
- Serving as the primary coordinator among physicians, nursing staff, and support services
- Carrying out medical and nursing orders with precision
- Collaborating on discharge planning and patient transitions
Unit Support & Environment
You'll work alongside Patient Care Technicians, a Healthcare Unit Coordinator, telemetry monitoring technicians, and virtual sitter monitoring systems. The environment requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a high-stress setting.
Requirements
- Current RN license (verification required)
- Up to 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule period
- Holiday availability based on departmental needs
- Standard Precautions and personal protective equipment compliance
Onboarding
You'll complete facility-required assessments including pharmacology, specialty, EKG, and core competencies exams; charting system training; and health screenings (vaccines, TB testing, drug screen, background check).
Contract Details
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Guaranteed Hours: 36/week
- Start Date: November 8, 2026
- Location: Tulsa, OK