Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry in Independence, MO

Why Join Us Work on a recognized unit that has received Unit of Distinction Honorable Mention honors, featuring new cardiac monitors with in-room rhythm visibility and a Designated Education Unit designation. Manage vasoactive drips and operate unit equipment including BiPAP, Heated High-Flow Nasal Cannulas, Alaris IV pumps, and Kangaroo Feeding Pumps.

Job Title

Travel Registered Nurse – Telemetry (Days)

Location

Independence, MO | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Travel | 13 Weeks | Full-Time | Days | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | 48 Hours Guaranteed

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a 36-bed Telemetry unit with patient ratios of 1:3–1:4 (AM) and 1:4–1:5 (PM)
• Perform advanced assessment and critical thinking in the management of telemetry patients, including monitoring of cardiac rhythms via bedside cardiac monitors
• Manage vasoactive drips and operate unit equipment including BiPAP, Heated High-Flow Nasal Cannulas, Alaris IV pumps, and Kangaroo Feeding Pumps
• Document patient care accurately using the Meditech electronic documentation system
• Conduct bedside shift reports, hourly rounding, and participate in daily leadership rounds to support patient experience standards
• Float to MedSurg units as needed per unit floating policy

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in Missouri or a compact state
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of Telemetry or related RN experience
• Demonstrated advanced assessment and critical thinking skills
• Experience with management of vasoactive drips

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with central line or PICC line placement or management
• Familiarity with Meditech documentation system
• Prior travel nursing experience in an acute care or telemetry setting
• Experience working in a Level 2 Trauma Center or stroke/STEMI-accredited facility

Why Join Us

• Work on a recognized unit that has received Unit of Distinction Honorable Mention honors, featuring new cardiac monitors with in-room rhythm visibility and a Designated Education Unit designation
• Join a collaborative, team-oriented environment with unit secretaries, structured scheduling, and strong leadership support