Telemetry

Cardiac Telemetry RN — Night Shift | Augusta, GA | 14-Week Contract

This cardiac telemetry unit cares for an adult and geriatric population presenting with a broad range of cardiovascular and medical diagnoses, including CHF, MI/chest pain (pre- and post-cath), dysrhythmias (pre- and post-device implant), hypo-/hypertension, pleural effusion, sepsis, PE/DVT, peripheral vascular disease, and post-cardiac surgery cases. Peritoneal dialysis is also performed on the unit.

Shift & Schedule

• Nights, 3×12-hour shifts (19:00–07:00)
• Every other weekend required (6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule period)
• Holiday coverage expected per standard rotation
• Max RTO: 7 days per contract; all RTO must be finalized at time of submission
• RTO blackout: Spring Break (April 4–12)
• Floating within cardiac telemetry or other units as needed; no on-call required

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of RN experience; first-time travelers considered
• Active Georgia or Compact RN license required
• BLS and ACLS required; NIHSS preferred
• Must be able to manage (without titration): milrinone, dobutamine, amiodarone, cardizem, lidocaine, bumetanide, and heparin drips

Key Clinical Skills

• Cardiac telemetry interpretation and dysrhythmia management
• Pre/post cardiac cath and angiogram care
• Central line, PICC, and peripheral IV management
• BiPAP/CPAP, HFNC, and non-invasive airway management
• Tracheostomy care, chest tube management, and wound care
• Heparin and IV insulin protocols; blood product administration

Additional Details

• Scrub color: Navy blue
• Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions considered)
• COVID-19 vaccine not required
• Full onboarding compliance due the Tuesday prior to start date