About this opportunity
American Traveler lists this Travel RN - Telemetry opportunity in florence, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced Telemetry RN for a night shift assignment requiring pre-cardiac cath and port management experience along with prior travel nursing background.
Requirements
Active KY or compact RN license required at time of consideration
Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
Minimum 1.5 years of telemetry experience required
Prior travel nursing experience required
Experience with pre/post cardiac cath care and accessing/managing ports required
Epic EMR experience required
Skilled in IV therapy, central/peripheral line care, and PICC line management
Experience with respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP, oxygen administration, and tracheostomy management
Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, and rapid response protocols
COVID and flu vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions only)
Responsibilities
Telemetry unit setting supporting ED boarders awaiting inpatient beds
May float to Observation Units, MS/Tele, or Neuro Stepdown units across campuses as needed
Night shift schedule (3x12), 19:00-07:30
Rotating schedule includes 4 weekend shifts (2 Saturdays, 2 Sundays) plus 3 Mondays and 3 Fridays within a 6-week period
Patient ratio of 1:5-6
Uses Epic EMR
Provide telemetry-level nursing care to cardiac and medical-surgical patients, including those awaiting inpatient placement
Support ED boarder patients and float to observation units as census requires
No RTO permitted between 12/15/2026 and 1/5/2027
Navy blue scrubs required with no agency or brand logos permitted
Natural fingernails required for direct patient care, under 1/4 inch in length; no nose rings or gauged earrings permitted
No cafeteria on-site, though refrigerator and microwave are provided
Free parking available in unrestricted spaces
Local candidates within 75 miles accepted at a reduced rate
Returning staff must be separated from full-time, part-time, or per diem employment for at least one year before returning as a traveler
Benefits
High Pay and Bonuses
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
401(k) Plan
Weekly Payroll Deposit
Free Online CEUs
Generous Housing Allowance
Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
Traveler Rewards and Discounts
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Worksite address
florence, KY, 41022, US
Who can apply
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