Travel

Telemetry

Louisville, KY

Registered Nurse – Telemetry

About the Role

The facility is seeking a compassionate and clinically skilled Registered Nurse for its telemetry unit. You will provide direct patient care to individuals with cardiac and acute medical conditions, delivering safe, evidence-based nursing care with a focus on patient and family satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform continuous cardiac monitoring and interpret rhythms; identify and escalate arrhythmias promptly
  • Assess, monitor, and respond to changes in patient condition with sound clinical judgment
  • Administer medications, including cardiac drips and antiarrhythmics, per physician orders
  • Collaborate with cardiologists, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members on plan of care
  • Respond to rapid response and code interventions as needed
  • Educate patients and families on cardiac conditions, treatment plans, and lifestyle modifications
  • Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately in the EMR
  • Maintain infection control and fall prevention protocols
  • Delegate and mentor licensed and non-licensed staff as appropriate

Requirements

  • Active RN license (state or compact)
  • BSN preferred; ADN accepted per facility policy
  • BLS and ACLS certification required
  • NIHSS certification required
  • Minimum 1+ year of telemetry experience with demonstrated EKG/rhythm interpretation competency
  • 2+ years of acute care inpatient RN experience
  • Experience managing cardiac medications and monitoring cardiac rhythms

Schedule

  • 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
  • Every other weekend
  • 13-week contract
  • Start date: November 22, 2026