Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry in North Charleston, SC

Why Join Us Join a well-established telemetry unit within a recognized acute care facility that holds Chest Pain Center accreditation from the American College of Cardiology and Stroke Center accreditation from The Joint Commission. Perform and maintain Foley catheter care in accordance with nurse-driven removal protocols, administer respiratory treatments (inhalers and nebulizers), and perform phlebotomy as needed.

Job Title

Travel RN – Telemetry (Night Shift)

Location

North Charleston, SC | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13 Weeks | Nights, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM | 3 x 12-hour shifts per week, including every other weekend and holidays on a rotating basis | Projected Start: July 20, 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for up to 6 telemetry patients, including post-cardiac procedure patients (PCI, PPM, ICD, and Ablations)
• Demonstrate proficiency in reading and interpreting telemetry strips and managing cardiac drips (Cardizem, Amiodarone, Nitroglycerin, Dobutamine)
• Perform and maintain Foley catheter care in accordance with nurse-driven removal protocols, administer respiratory treatments (inhalers and nebulizers), and perform phlebotomy as needed
• Conduct bedside shift report handoffs utilizing AIDET communication standards and participate in RN/MD rounding
• Develop and maintain individualized plans of care each shift, collaborating with physicians and ancillary departments on discharge planning and patient education
• Float as needed, including to the emergency department for inpatient holds, telemetry monitoring room, or PCU per facility floating policy

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license valid in South Carolina (or compact eligibility)
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• NIH Stroke Scale certification required
• Minimum of 30 months of RN or LPN nursing experience
• At least one previous completed travel nursing assignment
• Proficiency with Meditech documentation system preferred; experience with Alaris IV pumps and mobile workstation environments

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience caring for post-cath lab and telemetry patients in an acute care setting
• Familiarity with i-mobile phone communication systems and mobile lab (mobilab) equipment
• Strong time management skills with demonstrated ability to manage complex cardiac patient populations
• Experience with cardiac drip management and respiratory treatment administration outside of an ICU setting

Why Join Us

• Join a well-established telemetry unit within a recognized acute care facility that holds Chest Pain Center accreditation from the American College of Cardiology and Stroke Center accreditation from The Joint Commission
• Experience the vibrant coastal city of Charleston, SC — known for its rich history, southern charm, beaches, and outdoor activities — while advancing your travel nursing career