The role involves providing direct care to adult and geriatric telemetry patients, focusing on continuous cardiac monitoring, rhythm interpretation, and managing dysrhythmias and cardiac events. Key duties include managing cardiac and vasoactive drips, caring for complex cardiac and stroke patients, and supporting respiratory therapies.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess an active Maryland or compact RN license and a minimum of two years of recent telemetry experience, with first-time travelers accepted. Required certifications include BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS, with CPI certification potentially completed during orientation.
Bonus: $2,500 per contract (up to $7,500 after three contracts)
Job Description
ATC Healthcare is seeking an experienced Telemetry Registered Nurse for a 13-week travel assignment in a fast-paced acute care setting serving adult and geriatric patients. This role focuses on cardiac and medical telemetry patients with complex diagnoses and high census volume. Nurses must be comfortable with dysrhythmia management, cardiac drips, and stepdown-level care. Floating to lower-acuity units and a nearby affiliated location may be required. First-time travelers are accepted.
Key Responsibilities
Provide direct care to adult and geriatric telemetry patients
Perform continuous cardiac monitoring and rhythm interpretation
Recognize and manage dysrhythmias and cardiac events
Manage cardiac and vasoactive drips (per protocol)
Care for pre/post cardiac cath, stroke, and cardiac patients
Manage central lines, PICCs, and peripheral IVs
Administer blood and blood products
Support respiratory therapies including BiPAP, CPAP, and HFNC
Follow oxygen and non-invasive airway protocols
Maintain isolation precautions and PPE standards
Document all patient care in Epic EMR
Float within specialty and to lower-acuity or sister units as needed
Qualifications
Active Maryland RN license or compact license required at submission
Minimum 2 years of recent telemetry experience required
First-time travelers accepted
BLS certification (AHA) required
ACLS certification (AHA) required
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Referral Bonuses
NIHSS certification required
CPI certification required (may be completed during orientation)
Epic charting experience preferred
Dysrhythmia interpretation and telemetry skills required
Must meet 50-mile travel radius requirement
Benefits
Weekly pay with competitive rates
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Referral bonuses for referring talented professionals into our network
Flexible schedules and dedicated recruiter support
About ATC Healthcare
ATC Healthcare has been a leader in healthcare staffing for nearly 40 years, offering personalized placement and support to healthcare professionals nationwide. With over 60 locations, we are committed to connecting skilled nurses, therapists, and clinicians with rewarding career opportunities.
Other Duties
Please note this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may vary by assignment and may change at any time with or without notice.
Equal Opportunity Employer
ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other category protected by Federal, State, or local law.
