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American Traveler lists this Travel Cardiac Telemetry RN - $1,948 per week opportunity in hickory, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Hickory, North Carolina.
Job Description & RequirementsAmerican Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Hickory, North Carolina.
Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Telemetry
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 04/13/2026
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: Apr 13, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
DescriptionAmerican Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a night shift Telemetry position at a cardiac-focused medical center in Hickory, NC, requiring a minimum of 2 years of experience and AHA certifications.
DetailsNight shift schedule: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
13-week contract
Medical Surgical Telemetry unit with 24 beds
Cardiac patient population ranging from young adults to elderly adults
Common diagnoses and treatments include chest pain, A-fib, CHF, pre- and post-care for cardiac caths (groin and radial), and VATS
Patient ratio of 4:1
Equipment includes LifePak, Zoll, and Masimo monitoring devices
Cerner EHR (experience preferred)
Every other weekend required
No on-call requirements
May occasionally float to IMCU, NPCU, and/or Surgical units
RequirementsActive NC or Compact RN license required
AHA certifications required: BLS and ACLS
Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
Associate's degree in Nursing required
Experience with LifePak, Zoll, and Masimo equipment required
Cerner experience preferred
Social Security number and date of birth required for consideration
Candidates must reside more than 60 miles from the facility to qualify for the travel rate
Additional InformationPart of a Duke LifePoint Health system — candidates who have worked permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months are not eligible
Cannot be employed full-time elsewhere during the assignment
Orientation is held twice monthly
Any color scrubs are acceptable
Family-oriented unit culture
American Traveler Job ID #P- . 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 - Telemetry
About American TravelerWith 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.
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Worksite address
hickory, NC, 28601, US
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