```htmlJob Opportunity – Cardiac Telemetry Registered Nurse – North Carolina
Start Date: November 16, 2026
Location: Wilmington, North Carolina
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 12-hour night shifts (1845-0715), 36 or 48-hour weekly contracts available, 13-26 week contract options
Highlights:
- Patient ratio of 1:6 on a high-acuity cardiac telemetry unit with 44 beds
- Diverse patient population including post-cardiac surgery, post-catheterization, and complex cardiac diagnoses
- Work with advanced cardiac procedures including TAVR, CABG, Watchman, and electrophysiology cases
- EPIC charting system with comprehensive interdisciplinary support including pharmacy, respiratory, and rapid response teams
- 24-hour orientation with EKG competency assessment
- Weekend requirement: 4 shifts per 4-week period; holiday rotation required
Requirements:
- Active RN license (North Carolina or Compact state)
- BLS and ACLS certification required; NIHSS preferred
- Minimum 2 years of cardiac nursing experience required
- Medical/Surgical, Telemetry, or Step-down experience strongly preferred
- Proficiency in managing cardiac drips, dysrhythmia interpretation, and post-procedural care
- Experience with arterial lines, chest tubes, femoral sheaths, and cardiac monitoring equipment preferred
- Ability to float to other units as needed and work during emergency/disaster situations
- Flu vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions available)
Patient Diagnoses:
- Atrial fibrillation, congestive heart failure, acute coronary syndrome, coronary artery disease
- Valvular disorders (aortic and mitral stenosis/regurgitation), endocarditis, cardiomyopathy
- Peripheral vascular disease, carotid stenosis, venous stasis
- Post-surgical cardiac and vascular patients requiring sheath management and specialized monitoring
Special Procedures & Equipment:
- Post-operative care for CABG, valve replacements, TAVR, Mitral Clip, LAAO procedures
- Vascular surgeries including carotid endarterectomy, FEM-POP bypass, and amputations
- Post-catheterization, cardioversion, electrophysiology, and pacemaker placement care
- Equipment: Arterial lines, Doppler, bladder scanner, EKG, femoral sheaths, TR bands, chest tubes, epicardial pacing wires
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This position offers registered nurses the chance to develop advanced cardiac nursing skills in a fast-paced telemetry environment with exposure to cutting-edge cardiac and vascular procedures. You'll work alongside a dedicated interdisciplinary team committed to delivering exceptional patient outcomes while caring for a diverse cardiac patient population. With comprehensive orientation and opportunities for professional growth, this role is ideal for experienced cardiac nurses seeking to expand their clinical expertise in a supportive environment.
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