Job Description

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 01/26/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

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Job Description\n

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiac Telemetry position requiring a compact RN license, strong telemetry skills, and night shift availability.

\n \n Responsibilities\n

• Hospital-based Cardiac Telemetry unit
• Patient population includes congestive heart failure, arrhythmias, and post-cardiac cath patients
• Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:6-7
• 12-hour night shifts (18:45 - 07:15), 3 shifts per week
• Weekend requirement of 5-6 shifts per contract (equivalent to every other weekend)
• Floating is required as needed, with the potential to float every shift
• 13 to 26 week contracts available
• Use of Epic for documentation, Pyxis for medication management, and SBAR for communication
• Unit orientation is 24 hours
• Assigned to Storm Team or Hurricane Team for catastrophic events
• Cardiac telemetry nurses perform sheath pulls, TR Bands, and Femstop procedures
• Must wear navy scrubs, which are not provided
• Self-scheduling according to unit needs
• No RTO allowed after booking; maximum of 7 days RTO for consideration
• May be reassigned mid-contract based on unit needs or emergency situations

\n \n Requirements\n

• Active NC or compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of recent telemetry or stepdown experience
• ACLS certification required
• Ability to interpret dysrhythmias and experience with remote cardiac monitoring
• Experience with Pre/Post Cardiac Cath, Cardiac Surgery, Sheath Removal, accessing ports, blood product administration, central line and PICC line management
• Proficiency with titrating cardiac drips including Diltiazem and Amiodarone
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start
• First-time travelers accepted

\n Benefits\n

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

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American Traveler Job ID #P-653957. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Cardiac Telemetry

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.

 

Job Tags

Daily paid, Contract work, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work,

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