Travel Cardio Thoracic Telemetry RN - $2,362 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Peoria, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Telemetry Discipline: RN Start Date: ASAP Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Days, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Aug 31, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiac Telemetry position requiring an active IL license and 2 years of experience. Details Work in the Cardio Thoracic Unit (Telemetry) of an acute care hospital with 70 beds Patient population includes MI, CHF, A fib, COPD, pacemaker/AICD placement, thoracic and lung surgery patients (including chest tubes and esophagectomy), and general medical overflow Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:4-5 on days and 1:5-6 on nights PCT support available at ratios of 1:8-9 days, 1:9-10 evenings, and 1:10-12 nights 24/7 charge nurse (rarely takes patient assignments) and house supervisor coverage on every shift Dedicated tele/monitor techs on unit, though RNs must independently read and interpret Phillips telemetry strips RNs are required to titrate drips, primarily Cardizem and heparin Uses Epic EMR 12-hour day shifts (0700-1930) or night shifts (1900-0730) Weekend rotation required: every other Saturday/Sunday for days, every other Friday/Saturday or Saturday/Sunday for nights Holiday rotation required per unit schedule Floating required to other general medical units No call or standby requirements at this time Requirements Active IL RN license required BLS (AHA) certification required; ACLS recommended Minimum 2 years of RN experience required EKG interpretation and medication titration skills required Comfortable with basic respiratory equipment (CPAP, BiPAP) for patients on home regimens Must produce a negative drug screen for all panels as part of a Drug-Free Campus policy Additional Information Provide direct nursing care to cardiac and thoracic patients, including drip titration and telemetry monitoring Collaborate with monitor techs, PCTs, charge nurses, and house supervisors as part of a supported care team Unit-specific orientation is typically one shift, or partial shift, depending on prior OSF facility experience Any scrub color accepted, but children's or cartoon prints are not permitted as this is an adult care unit COVID vaccination is not required for consideration Local candidates are welcome to apply; local rate applies to those with a permanent address within 50 miles of the facility No radius rule restricts eligibility for this position American Traveler Job ID P-746518. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.