Travel Cardiac Telemetry Registered Nurse - $1,894 per week

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: 08/17/2026
• 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: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a fast-paced Cardiac Telemetry unit, requiring a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience and comfort managing high patient acuity and turnover.

Details

• 13-week minimum contract with extensions up to 26 weeks available, with an option for 36 hours per week
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (18:45–07:15)
• Patient ratio of 1:5–6; candidates must be comfortable managing up to 6 patients during surge
• Primary cardiac and stroke unit serving patients with unstable angina, CHF, dysrhythmias, new CVA/TIA, low-risk chest pain, and stable pre/post care for pacemaker implantation, ICD placement, cardiac catheterization, and uncomplicated peripheral vascular interventions
• Administers and titrates cardiac drips including Cardizem, Dopamine, and Amiodarone
• Performs IV starts and manages telemetry monitoring, TR bands, and non-rebreather masks (stable patients only)
• Unit also houses COVID-positive patients, with use of opti-flow and BiPAP for chronic/stable cases only during surge periods
• EMR: Epic (Dimensions); medication dispensing via Pyxis; communication via SBAR
• Float requirement applies to this position
• On-call required; frequency depends on patient census
• Every other weekend required, plus 2 Mondays and 2 Fridays in every 6-week period
• Self-scheduling with leadership oversight; block scheduling is not permitted

Requirements

• Active NC RN license or compact RN license (license or certs may be pending at time of consideration)
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience in a similar cardiac telemetry or high-acuity setting
• Proficiency with IV starts, telemetry monitoring, cardiac drips, and pre/post procedure cardiac patient care
• Experience with PCI patients required
• Must pass an EKG test prior to start
• Two manager/supervisor professional references from within the past 2 years required (pending at time of consideration is acceptable, but must be provided before start)

Additional Information

• Unit orientation is 36 hours; travelers must be available every day during week one for hospital orientation
• Approximately 8–10 hours of pre-start online modules are required and must be completed prior to the assignment start date
• The unit has a high weekly patient turnover of 78–90 patients; a nurse with a 6-patient assignment may turn over their entire assignment within a single shift
• A team lead is available to assist with admissions and discharges
• Candidates must work 2 out of 3 major holidays
• Up to 7 days of RTO may be approved, provided it does not fall on a holiday; no RTO is permitted during the first week of orientation
• Any previous permanent, PRN, or EP employee of Novant Health or New Hanover must wait 12 months before being eligible to work as a traveler
• Local candidates living within 50 miles of the facility are accepted at a different rate
• Scrub color requirement: navy blue or white scrubs; Novant t-shirts permitted; jackets must match uniform material and color (no fleece); no ventilated Crocs
• Travel pairs are welcome; each must have their own transportation and be comfortable with potentially different schedules
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job ID #P-722226. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.