Telemetry

Telemetry RN — 12-Hour Days | Bryan/College Station, TX | 42-Week Contract

This Telemetry position is part of a three-unit monitor pod (Telemetry, Tele-Observation, and Tele-Neuro Stroke) serving cardiac and neurological patients. Travelers will float primarily within the monitor pod and occasionally to Med-Surg or a higher-acuity floor for tele patients only. The role requires flexibility to work between two campuses approximately 16 minutes apart.

Shift & Schedule

• 12-hour days, 6:45 AM – 6:45 PM
• 48-hour weekly guarantee (36-hour guarantee may be considered)
• Self-scheduling, balanced by manager; block scheduling allowed
• Every other weekend (6 weekend shifts per 6-week period)
• 2 major and 2 minor holidays required
• Travelers are first to float; no on-call requirement

Patient Population & Clinical Scope

• CHF, post-CABG, Watchman procedures, dysrhythmias, EP cases, and medical telemetry
• Set-rate drips only (no titration): Cardizem, Dobutamine, Milrinone, Amiodarone, Dopamine — step-by-step protocols provided
• Home-regimen CPAP/BiPAP managed on unit
• Monitor techs staffed 24/7; RNs must independently read and interpret rhythm strips

Required Certifications

• BLS (AHA), ACLS (AHA), NIHSS
• Must pass Basic Dysrhythmia Exam (83%) — up to three attempts; study guide provided

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year RN experience (2+ preferred); cardiac and/or neuro experience preferred
• Must be willing to precept
• Attendance reliability is strongly expected

Dress Code

• Navy scrubs; undershirts must be navy

Orientation

• Day 1: administrative onboarding + unit orientation
• Days 2–3: floor orientation with a precepting nurse