Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Cardiac Telemetry | Wilmington, NC

Travel Registered Nurse (RN) cardiac telemetry opportunity in Wilmington, North Carolina for experienced nurses seeking a 13-week night-shift assignment.

Bring your cardiac nursing expertise to a high-acuity telemetry environment in Wilmington, North Carolina. This travel nursing job is ideal for an experienced Registered Nurse who enjoys caring for adult and geriatric patients with complex cardiovascular and postoperative needs. You will join a collaborative care team while gaining valuable experience with advanced cardiac procedures, telemetry monitoring, and a broad range of cardiac diagnoses. Wilmington offers an appealing coastal lifestyle with a vibrant riverfront, historic downtown, and easy access to beautiful beaches.

Travel Nurse Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,770-$1,860
• Location: Wilmington, North Carolina
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks, with longer contracts of 13-26 weeks potentially available
• Start Date: October 26, 2026
• Schedule: 3 shifts per week, 12-hour night shifts
• Shift Hours: 6:45 p.m. – 7:15 a.m.; 36 hours per week
• Patient Ratio: Approximately 1:6, based on acuity
• Call: Not required
• Weekend and Holiday Coverage: Weekend coverage and holiday availability required
• Floating: Required within or near the assigned facility as needed
• Orientation: 24 hours
• Time Off: Up to 7 days may be approved in advance; no time off during the first week or on holidays
• Travel Experience: First-time travelers are welcome with the required cardiac experience

Cardiac Telemetry RN Requirements

• At least 2 years of recent cardiac nursing experience
• Current Registered Nurse license in North Carolina or a compact state; a pending eligible license may be considered
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• NIHSS certification preferred
• Strong experience with cardiac telemetry, rhythm interpretation, dysrhythmia management, and post-cardiac procedure care
• Experience with medical-surgical, telemetry, progressive care, or step-down patients preferred
• Familiarity with Epic documentation preferred
• Ability to complete and pass a specialty EKG assessment before the assignment begins
• Ability to manage patients requiring cardiac monitoring, chest tubes, arterial line monitoring, sheath care, and related cardiovascular interventions

Cardiac Telemetry Nurse Responsibilities

• Provide safe, evidence-based nursing care to adult and geriatric cardiac telemetry patients
• Continuously monitor telemetry, recognize changes in cardiac rhythms, and promptly escalate clinical concerns
• Care for patients with atrial fibrillation, congestive heart failure, acute coronary syndrome, coronary artery disease, valvular disease, cardiomyopathy, peripheral vascular disease, and other complex cardiovascular conditions
• Deliver pre- and post-procedure care for cardiac catheterization, cardioversion, electrophysiology procedures, pacemaker placement, and vascular and thoracic surgeries
• Perform or assist with sheath management and removal, chest tube care, TR band and Fem-Stop management, EKGs, IV therapy, wound care, and other unit procedures
• Administer and monitor cardiac medications and drips according to clinical protocols and scope of practice
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, rehabilitation, radiology, and other members of the interdisciplinary team
• Float to other appropriate units when needed and support patient care during high-volume, emergency, or disaster-response situations
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient outcomes accurately using Epic and communicate effectively through SBAR

Apply now for this cardiac telemetry travel nursing opportunity in Wilmington, North Carolina, and join a collaborative healthcare team on the coast.

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.