Telemetry
MedSurg/Telemetry Float Pool RN — 13-Week Contract
Bridgeport, WV | Days | 12-Hour Shifts
This float pool position places you across multiple medical-surgical and telemetry units, caring for a diverse patient population. You'll report to the clinical coordinator's office at the start of each shift for unit assignment and will typically be placed on a designated "parent unit" with telemetry patients appropriate to your scope of practice.
Common Patient Diagnoses:
- Congestive heart failure, chest pain, cardiac catheterization recovery
- ia, COPD, chronic renal disease
- Orthopedic conditions and oncology (chemotherapy administered by permanent staff only)
Shift & Scheduling Details:
- 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Guaranteed 48 hours per week
- Every other weekend required (Saturday & Sunday)
- Holiday rotation shared with permanent staff
- No on-call requirement
Certifications Required:
- BLS and ACLS (current)
- All travelers must pass an on-site cardiac rhythm interpretation exam prior to starting
Clinical Expectations:
- Must be able to independently read and interpret telemetry strips
- Drip titration is not expected in this role; CPAP/BiPap managed by respiratory therapy
- CNAs are available on all units to support nursing care
Orientation: 1–2 preceptored shifts upon arrival
Scrubs: Royal blue
Note: Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility and must provide a valid, unexpired driver's license at submission. BSN not required.
