Travel Cardiac Telemetry RN

Company: American Traveler
Location: Augusta
Posted on: March 20, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Augusta, Georgia. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Telemetry - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 04/13/2026 - Duration: 12 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, days - Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview - Shift: Days, 3x12hrs - Hours: 36 hrs/wk - Start Date: Apr 13, 2026 - Length: 12 weeks - Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiac Telemetry position requiring Epic proficiency and a current GA or compact RN license. Details - Hospital-based Cardiac Telemetry unit with 16 beds and an average daily census of 16 - Adult to geriatric patient population with conditions including post-MI, heart failure, arrhythmias, chest pain, peripheral vascular disease, and peritoneal dialysis - Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5 - Procedures and monitoring include telemetry, EKG, and Doppler - EMR: Epic (required); also uses Pyxis and SBAR communication framework - Day shift, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM) - 6 weekend shifts per 6-week scheduling period - Floating within the facility and scope of practice as needed - No on-call requirements - 12-week contract Requirements - Active GA or compact RN license required - Current BLS and ACLS certifications required - Minimum 1 year of cardiac telemetry RN experience required - Epic EMR experience required - Copies of all required certifications must be provided for consideration - Two supervisory references (manager level or above; charge nurses not accepted) are highly preferred for consideration Additional Information - First-time travelers are welcome to apply - Local candidates are accepted - Navy blue scrubs required - RTO maximum of 7 days per contract; RTO cannot be requested during the first week of assignment - RTO blackout dates apply during Spring Break (April 4–12) - Holiday coverage policy: if 1 or 2 major holidays fall within the assignment period, travelers are expected to work all of them with no holiday RTO; if 3 major holidays fall within the assignment, travelers must work 2 with one holiday RTO request eligible for review - Major holidays include Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday (counts as 1), Christmas Eve/Christmas Day (counts as 1), and New Year's Eve/New Year's Day (counts as 1) - No special scheduling requests, alternate shifts, or schedule modifications are permitted - Travelers must have been away from all facilities within this health system for a minimum of 1 full year before returning as a traveler - Full compliance with onboarding requirements must be completed on time to avoid a 2-week pushback due to a bi-weekly orientation schedule American Traveler Job ID P-683511. 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.

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