Telemetry

Telemetry RN — North Charleston, SC | Night Shift | 13-Week Contract

This telemetry unit cares for cardiac monitoring patients and those recovering from post-cardiac procedures, including PCI, pacemaker implantation, ICD placement, and ablations. The unit operates at a moderate-to-high acuity level, requiring strong cardiac assessment skills and confidence managing complex cardiac drips.

Shift & Schedule

• Nights, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• 3 × 12-hour shifts per week
• Every other weekend and holidays required on a rotating basis

Contract Details

• Duration: 13 weeks
• Start Date: August 17, 2026
• Guaranteed Hours: 48

Clinical Responsibilities

• Continuous telemetry monitoring and strip interpretation
• Management of cardiac drips (Cardizem, Amiodarone, Nitroglycerin, Dobutamine)
• Post-cath lab patient care
• Phlebotomy and administration of respiratory treatments (inhalers, nebulizers) outside the ICU
• Foley catheter care and removal per nurse-driven protocols
• Bedside shift report, physician rounding, and collaboration with ancillary teams
• Discharge planning and patient education

Float Expectations

Travelers float first and may be assigned to the ED (inpatient holds), PCU, or telemetry monitoring room.

Required Certifications & Qualifications

• Active RN license
• BLS and ACLS (required)
• NIH Stroke Scale certification (required)
• Minimum 30 months RN experience
• At least one prior travel nursing assignment preferred

Dress Code: Navy scrubs