Travel Cardiac Telemetry Registered Nurse - $1,985 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Saint Louis, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Mar 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Cardiac Telemetry unit position requiring at least 1 year of inpatient cardiac tele experience and active ACLS certification, working night shifts at a Level 2 Trauma Center in St. Louis, MO.

Details

• Work setting is a 32-bed inpatient Cardiac Telemetry unit (4 South) within a Level 2 Trauma Center, Joint Commission Comprehensive Stroke Center, and Level 1 STEMI Center
• Patient population includes CHF, chest pain, arrhythmias (AFib, flutter, SVT), respiratory, renal, and hemodialysis patients; overflow patients include sepsis, urology, surgical, ETOH/drug withdrawals, isolation, and GI bleeds
• Night shift hours: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
• Patient ratios on nights are approximately 1:6–1:8
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required as needed to a similar or lower acuity unit
• EMR: Epic
• Equipment includes lift equipment, bladder scanner, interpreter iPad, and BiPAP monitoring
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active RN license in Missouri or meeting eligibility criteria for MO licensure (MO or Compact license required)
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications from AHA only; no certifications expiring within the first 30 days of assignment
• Minimum 1 year of recent inpatient cardiac telemetry experience
• Proficiency in reading telemetry rhythms
• Experience caring for CHF, chest pain, renal, and hemodialysis patients
• Experience with Amiodarone and Cardizem drips
• Experience with central lines including HD catheters, ports, and PICCs
• Valid U.S. Social Security Number required
• No gaps in employment of 90+ days within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Fast-paced, high-acuity unit with dedicated monitor techs and telemetry monitors at each nursing station
• Preferred experience includes Tikosyn and Sotalol initiation, dopamine/dobutamine/lidocaine/nitro/milrinone drips, chest tubes, other drains, and CIWA protocol
• Night shift orientation is conducted on day shift; candidate must be available the entire orientation week
• Up to 5 days of RTO is allowed but must be made up during the assignment; only 1 holiday RTO request permitted per assignment
• Candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are eligible but subject to a reduced bill rate
• Flu vaccination or a Mercy-approved exemption is required for all travelers from November 1 through April 1; declinations are not accepted
• Scrub requirement: black tops and pants; tops must display the Mercy cross logo on the left chest; undershirts/long-sleeve shirts allowed in black, white, yellow, green, red, or blue
• Physical demands include standing and walking most of the shift, bending, stooping, and lifting/turning patients with assistance; push/pull/grip up to 50 lbs, pinch up to 15 lbs
• High-risk exposure to blood and body fluids

American Traveler Job ID #P-686254. 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

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.