Telemetry

Telemetry RN – Night Shift | Lexington, KY

13-Week Contract | Nights 7 PM – 7 AM | Every Other Weekend

This telemetry unit cares for a mixed medical-surgical, gastrointestinal, and telemetry patient population. RNs are expected to manage moderate-to-high acuity cases and must be comfortable titrating drips including Heparin, Nitroglycerin, and Cardizem.

Unit Overview

• Patients include med-surg, gastro, and telemetry diagnoses
• RNs manage respiratory support equipment (BiPAP, CPAP, High Flow O2) for troubleshooting; no hands-on RT duties beyond that
• No dedicated telemetry monitor techs — RNs must be able to identify cardiac rhythms independently
• Charge nurse is present each shift and carries a patient assignment
• Patient care technicians are available for vitals, glucose monitoring, baths, ambulation, I&O, and drain care

Schedule & Requirements

• 12-hour nights, 7 PM – 7 AM
• Every other weekend (2 weekend shifts per two-week period)
• Holiday requirements apply (summer and winter holidays)
• Self-scheduling with balance maintained; some shifts may be adjusted
• Float to other departments may be required
• No on-call or standby requirement
• Guaranteed 36 hours per week

Qualifications

• Active RN license (willing to wait for Lexington, KY licensure)
• Minimum 1 year of med-surg, gastro, or telemetry experience
• BLS and ACLS (AHA) required
• BSN not required

Additional Details

• Scrub color: Galaxy Blue
• 2 shifts of unit-specific orientation provided
• Contract length: 91 days (13 weeks)
• Anticipated start: November 30, 2026