Telemetry

Telemetry RN — Travel Contract | Latrobe, PA

13-Week Contract | 3x12-Hour Rotating Shifts (Days & Nights)

This telemetry unit cares for adult and geriatric patients with cardiothoracic and stroke-related diagnoses, including surgical thoracic patients with chest tube management and those requiring continuous cardiac monitoring. The unit operates with strong interdisciplinary support including respiratory services, physical therapy, pharmacy, rapid response teams, and more.

Shift Details

• Nights: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
• Days: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
• Rotating days and nights; weekend coverage required

Required Certifications & Licensure

• Active PA or Compact RN license
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS (AHA-issued only)
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience

Clinical Skills Required

• Continuous cardiac and telemetry monitoring
• Chest tube care and management
• Titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips (Cardizem, amiodarone, heparin)
• Stroke care (CVA management, thrombolytic agents)
• Central line, PICC line, and port access/management
• BiPAP/CPAP and high-flow nasal cannula
• Pre/post cardiac cath and hemodialysis care
• IV insulin and heparin protocols
• Blood product administration, substance withdrawal, seizure management

Additional Details

• 12 orientation hours included
• Floating within the facility and to sister facilities within a 10-mile radius may be required
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility (based on driver's license)
• Every other holiday required
• Pre-start modules must be completed before the first shift

No locals. Travel experience preferred but not required.