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Registered Nurse (RN) – Cardiac Telemetry Travel Nurse Contract in Winston-Salem, NC

Apply for a cardiac telemetry travel nursing contract in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and join an experienced team caring for high-acuity adult cardiac patients in a fast-paced hospital setting. This opportunity is ideal for a clinically confident Registered Nurse seeking a North Carolina travel nursing job in the welcoming Piedmont Triad community.

Cardiac Telemetry Travel Nurse Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,800–$1,900
• Location: Winston-Salem, North Carolina
• Contract: 13 weeks, beginning November 16, 2026
• Schedule: 36 hours per week; 12-hour night shifts from 6:45 p.m. to 7:15 a.m.
• Additional Scheduling: 36- or 48-hour schedules may be available
• Patient Population: Adult cardiac telemetry patients
• Typical Assignment: Approximately 1 nurse to 6 patients; average daily census of 23
• Weekend Requirement: 8 weekend shifts during the contract
• Orientation: 36 hours, including electronic health record training and unit orientation
• Documentation System: Epic
• Floating: Flexibility to float within or near the assigned facility is required
• Dress Code: Navy or white scrubs

Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina or a compact state; pending licensure may be considered
• At least 2 years of Registered Nurse experience
• Recent cardiac telemetry nursing experience is required
• Step-down, progressive care, intermediate care, or similar high-acuity nursing experience is preferred
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• NIHSS certification
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and manage cardiac dysrhythmias
• Experience with telemetry monitoring, intravenous starts, peripheral and central line care, and cardiac drips without blood-pressure titration
• Ability to manage a 1:6 patient ratio and provide safe care in a collaborative, high-acuity environment
• Willingness to complete specialty-related testing and required pre-start education

Cardiac Telemetry RN Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to adults with complex cardiac and medical conditions
• Monitor and interpret telemetry rhythms, recognize clinical changes, and initiate appropriate interventions
• Care for patients with cardiac arrhythmias, myocardial infarction, acute coronary syndrome, heart failure, uncontrolled diabetes, diabetic ketoacidosis, and post-procedure needs
• Manage patients recovering from cardiac catheterization, pacemaker placement, and implantable cardioverter-defibrillator procedures
• Administer and monitor cardiac and vasoactive drips according to unit protocols; blood-pressure titration is not required
• Perform assessments, medication administration, IV therapy, line management, and ongoing patient education
• Recognize changes in patient condition and use rapid response or code team resources when appropriate
• Accurately document care in Epic and communicate effectively using SBAR
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary support teams and fellow nurses to promote safe, high-quality patient care
• Float as needed and contribute to a strong team-based unit culture

Winston-Salem offers a welcoming Piedmont Triad lifestyle with a vibrant arts scene, beautiful parks, and convenient access to outdoor recreation. Apply now for this cardiac telemetry Registered Nurse travel contract in North Carolina.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.