Telemetry

Cardiac Telemetry Nurse

The Opportunity

Join a cardiac telemetry unit managing patients recovering from cardiac procedures and those requiring continuous cardiac monitoring. This is a fast-paced environment with a collaborative, family-like team atmosphere where many travelers have transitioned into permanent roles.

Position Details

• Shift: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM, 4 days per week (48 guaranteed hours)
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Start Date: November 30, 2026
• Location: Kansas City, MO
• Scheduling: Full-time hours including 3 weekend shifts per scheduling period
• Float Policy: May float to other units where you've demonstrated competency

Clinical Scope

You'll care for patients post-ablation, post-cardiac catheterization, post-op open heart (Day 1), and those with permanent pacemakers. You'll perform EKG and telemetry interpretation, administer and titrate IV cardiac medications (insulin, Cardizem, Cardene, Amiodarone), and manage procedures including IV insertions, chest tube maintenance, temporary pacemakers, NGT placement, and Foley insertions.

Requirements

• ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications
• Cardiac telemetry or PCU/ICU experience required
• Strong post-cardiac procedural care background
• Ability to read and interpret EKGs and telemetry strips

What We Value

Compassionate patient care: use preferred names, involve patients in shift reports, respond promptly to call lights, and always ask if there's anything more you can do.

Dress Code: Navy blue scrubs (black scrub pants acceptable with navy blue top)