American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Salisbury, North Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/16/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced Cardiac Telemetry RN for a busy night shift unit requiring 2+ years of cardiac tele experience and ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications.
Details
- Cardiac Telemetry unit serving as the facility's primary cardiac and stroke unit
- Night shift, 3x12 hour shifts from 18:45 to 07:15
- Target patient ratio of 1:5-6, with flexibility up to 6 patients during surges
- Fast-paced unit with high patient turnover (78-90 patients per week)
- Team lead available to assist with admissions and discharges
- Every other weekend required, including 2 Mondays and 2 Fridays in a 6-week period
- Floating required within or near the facility
- On-call requirements vary based on patient census
- Self-scheduling with leadership oversight; no block scheduling
- Unit uses Pyxis, EPIC (Dimensions), and SBAR communication
- Unit may house stable COVID-positive patients using opti-flow and BiPAP
- 13 to 26 week contracts available with option for 36 hours per week
Requirements
- Active RN license (NC or Compact) required
- Current certifications in ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS
- Minimum 2 years of Cardiac Telemetry experience required
- Must be comfortable with unit acuity and ratios of 5-6 patients
- Experience with IV starts, cardiac drips, PCI, pre/post-procedure cardiac care required
- Skills in cardiac drip titration (Cardizem, Dopamine, Amiodarone) required
- Epic charting experience preferred
- Must pass EKG testing prior to start
Additional Information
- Provide care for stable pre/post cardiac procedure patients including pacemakers, ICDs, cardiac catheterization, and TR bands
- Manage patients with unstable angina, low-risk chest pain, CHF, dysrhythmias, and new CVA/TIA diagnoses
- Unit orientation totals 36 hours, with required availability every day during week one
- Scrubs: navy blue or white, or a mix of both, with Novant t-shirts permitted; jackets must match uniform material and color; no crocs with holes
- Must work 2 of the 3 major holidays
- RTO of 7 days or less may be auto-approved, excluding holidays; no RTO permitted during first week of assignment
- First-time travelers considered, provided they have 2 years of Cardiac Tele experience
- Former Novant Health or New Hanover employees (perm/PRN/EP) must wait 12 months before reapplying, with facility approval required
- Local candidates within 50 miles accepted at a lower rate
- Travel pairs allowed if on different units and disclosed at submission
American Traveler Job ID #P-766380. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Cardiac Telemetry
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.