Telemetry

Telemetry RN — Night Shift | Independence, Missouri

This 13-week contract places you on a busy Telemetry unit working 4×12-hour night shifts (19:00–07:00) with 48 guaranteed hours per week. Target start date is December 14.

The Unit

The Telemetry unit manages a range of cardiac and step-down acuity patients. Nurses practice advanced assessment and critical thinking with primary responsibility for managing vasoactive drips and assisting with central line and PICC line placements. Unit secretaries are available 7:00 AM–7:00 PM to support daily operations.

Schedule & Float

• Every 3rd weekend rotation
• Rotating holiday schedule
• Float to Med/Surg units on a rotation basis; bonus shifts float first

Patient Experience Standards

• Bedside shift report
• Hourly rounding
• Daily leadership rounds

Required Certifications

• BLS
• ACLS

Key Clinical Skills

• Advanced cardiovascular assessment
• Management of vasoactive drips
• Central line and PICC line care

Dress Code

Charcoal grey scrub tops and bottoms; black or charcoal grey jackets

Ideal Candidate

A team-oriented RN with a positive attitude, strong critical thinking skills, and comfort managing higher-acuity cardiac patients in a fast-paced environment.