Travel RN — Telemetry/Night Shift (Lima, OH)

Ref #: A-RN-65468

Travel Contract Registered Nurse (Telemetry) — Lima, OH

Start: ASAP | Shift: Nights, 12-hour (7:00 PM–7:30 AM) | Weekend: Every other weekend | Rate: $2,002 / 36 hours

Overview:
Seeking an experienced telemetry RN for a night contract in Lima, OH. Ideal candidates have strong post-operative cardiac and critical care skills, are proficient in cardiac monitoring and intervention, and are comfortable floating to other units within their skill set.

Key Responsibilities and Skills:

• Provide telemetry nursing care for post-operative open-heart and cardiac patients
• Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythm strips; recognize and respond to rhythm changes
• Manage chest tubes and other drains; assist with chest tube removal
• Assist with removal of pericardial pacing wires and manage temporary pacers (including transcutaneous and pericardial devices)
• Provide pre- and post-procedure care for patients with radial and femoral access
• Use and troubleshoot non-invasive ventilation (NIV) devices, high-flow oxygen, and other oxygen delivery systems
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of cardiac and pulmonary abnormalities and appropriate interventions
• Float to all units as needed within competency

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of RN experience (cardiac/post-op open-heart and critical care experience highly preferred)
• Active AHA BLS and AHA ACLS certifications
• Active Ohio RN license (or Compact RN license) verified via NURSYS; Michigan RN license required
• Proven competency in cardiac monitoring, chest tube/drain management, and temporary pacing support

Assignment Type:
Contract/Travel — Nights

Ref #: A-RN-65468