Telemetry
Cardiac Telemetry Nurse
Shift: Night (19:00–07:00) | Duration: 13 weeks | Start: December 14
Location: Kansas City, MO | Schedule: 4 x 12 shifts with 3 weekend shifts per scheduling period
About the Unit
Join a dedicated cardiac telemetry team managing post-procedural and monitored cardiac patients. You'll care for patients recovering from ablations, cardiac catheterizations, open heart surgery, and permanent pacemaker placements. The unit maintains strong clinical standards and has earned Get With the Guidelines–Heart Failure GOLD PLUS recognition.
What You'll Do
- Monitor and interpret telemetry and EKG strips continuously
- Administer and titrate IV cardiac medications (insulin, Cardizem, Cardene, Amiodarone)
- Perform IV insertions, NGT placement, chest tube maintenance, and Foley insertions
- Provide post-operative cardiac care with close hemodynamic oversight
- Respond to patient needs promptly and involve patients in their care planning
- Float to other units as needed based on demonstrated competency
What We're Looking For
- Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications
- Solid cardiac telemetry or PCU/ICU experience
- Ability to read, interpret, and act on EKG and telemetry data
- Competency with post-cardiac procedural care
- Strong communication and patient-centered care skills
- Comfort working nights in a fast-paced environment
Dress Code: Navy blue scrubs (black pants with navy top acceptable)
The team values a supportive, family-like atmosphere where many travel nurses transition into permanent positions.