Telemetry

Cardiac Telemetry RN – Night Shift

Facility: Cardiac telemetry unit

Location: Augusta, GA

Shift: Night, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Schedule: 3x12-hour shifts per week

Contract Duration: 14 weeks

Start Date: November 30, 2026

About the Role

Join a busy cardiac telemetry unit caring for adult and geriatric patients with complex cardiac conditions. You'll provide continuous monitoring and skilled nursing care to patients with post-MI, heart failure, arrhythmias, chest pain, and peripheral vascular disease. This role includes managing patients on peritoneal dialysis and caring for those pre- and post-cardiac intervention.

Float Requirements: Yes, within scope of practice to other cardiac units as needed

Weekend Coverage: 6 shifts per 6-week schedule period

Key Responsibilities

• Perform continuous cardiac monitoring; interpret rhythms and dysrhythmias
• Administer cardiac and vasoactive medications (milrinone, dobutamine, amiodarone, cardizem, lidocaine, heparin, bumex) — no titration
• Manage central lines, chest tubes, tracheostomies, pacemakers, and surgical drains
• Monitor and manage high-flow oxygen therapies (HFNC, BiPAP/CPAP)
• Respond to rapid response and code events
• Perform your own vital signs and blood glucose checks
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (cardiology, respiratory, pharmacy, social services)
• Accurate documentation in the facility's electronic health record

Requirements

• RN license (Georgia or Compact)
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year cardiac telemetry experience; charge experience required
• Proficiency with EKG interpretation and dysrhythmia management
• Ability to manage cardiac drips and vasoactive medications without titration
• First-time travelers accepted

Scheduling Details

• Blackout: Spring Break (April 4–12)
• Max RTO: 7 days per contract (must be finalized at submission)
• Call Requirements: None
• Holiday Expectations: If 1–2 major holidays fall during your assignment, you work both. If 3 fall during your assignment, you work 2.
• Scrubs: Navy blue
• Flu Vaccine: Required (medical/religious exemptions only)

Locals accepted at the same rate.