Med Surg Tele

Cardiac Telemetry RN – Night Shift

Unit Overview

Join a cardiac telemetry unit managing acute coronary syndromes, heart failure, arrhythmias, and post-cardiac procedure patients. You'll care for both inpatient and observation patients (average length of stay under 36 hours), serving adult and geriatric populations. The unit supports a dynamic mix of cardiac diagnoses including acute MI, unstable angina, CVA surgical patients, and those recovering from cardiac catheterization and angiography.

Shift & Schedule

• 4 shifts × 12 hours: 19:00–07:00 (nights)
• 36- or 48-hour contract options (overtime after 48th hour if selected)
• Every other weekend required
• One call-off per 2-week pay period if needed
• Blocked schedule requests considered
• Holiday time-off requests limited to 1 of 3 major holidays

Clinical Scope

Post-cardiac cath and post-angiogram care required. You'll manage cardiac drips (heparin, cardizem, amiodarone, dobutamine, dopamine, nitro) and demonstrate proficiency in telemetry interpretation, central line management, and IV starts. Procedures include cardioversion, TEE, thoracentesis, bone marrow biopsy, chest tube insertion, and paracentesis (experience preferred but not required).

Staffing & Ratios

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years RN experience
• BLS and ACLS certification required (American Heart Association)
• WV or Compact RN license (pending acceptable)
• 2 manager or charge nurse references within past 2 years

Logistics

• Permanent address within 100 miles of facility
• Free parking
• Orientation every other Thursday
• 13-week contract