Travel Cardiac Telemetry RN - $1,930 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Wilmington, North Carolina.

• Specialty: Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/29/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 29, 2026
• Length: 26 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiac Telemetry position requiring a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, including telemetry and PCU/step-down experience, with night shift availability and floating requirements.

• Cardiac Telemetry unit in an acute care hospital setting
• Patient population includes Congestive Heart Failure, arrhythmias, and post-cardiac cath diagnoses
• Patient ratio of 1:6–7
• Specialized procedures include cardiac drips (Dobutamine, Amiodarone, Cardizem, Milrinone, Dopamine, etc.), sheath pulls, TR Bands, and Femstop
• EMR: Epic (also uses Pyxis for medication and SBAR for communication)
• 12-hour night shifts (18:45–07:15), 3 shifts per week (36 hours/week)
• Contracts available in 13–26 week lengths
• Requires working 5–6 weekend shifts per contract period (approximately every other weekend)
• Floating required as needed — potential to float every shift
• Self-scheduling per unit needs

• Active NC or compact RN license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of relevant RN experience required
• Telemetry and PCU/DOU/IMC/step-down experience required
• Proficiency in interpretation of dysrhythmias and remote monitoring required
• Experience with pre/post cardiac cath, pre/post cardiac surgery, and sheath removal required
• Skills required: accessing ports, blood product administration, central line/care management, PICC line management, and cardiac drip titration (Diltiazem, Amiodarone)
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start
• Two professional references from a manager or supervisor within the past 2 years required prior to start
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification preferred
• Charge nurse experience preferred

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Unit orientation is 24 hours; weekly orientation schedule
• Pre-start modules of approximately 8–10 hours are required and must be completed annually
• Navy scrubs required; scrubs are not provided by the facility
• Candidates must be available to work 2 out of 3 major holidays
• No RTO is permitted during the first week of assignment due to orientation; RTO of up to 7 days may be approved as long as it does not fall on a holiday
• Contract staff may be assigned to a Storm Team or Hurricane Team and could be required to report during catastrophic events, mass casualty incidents, or disasters
• Previous permanent, PRN, or EP employees of this health system must wait 12 months before applying as a traveler; facility rehire approval is required
• Local candidates within 50 miles of the facility are accepted
• Travel pairs are allowed, provided each traveler has their own transportation and is comfortable with potentially different schedules
• Nurse manager interview required prior to offer finalization

American Traveler Job ID #P-712940. 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

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.