Travel Cardiac Telemetry RN - $2,209 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Portland, Oregon.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/18/2026
• 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: Aug 18, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiac Telemetry/IMC position requiring 2+ years of cardiac tele experience and OR RN licensure.

Details

• Work in the Cardiac IMC unit of a Magnet, teaching, Level I Trauma Center hospital
• Patient population includes Cardiology (ACS, NSTEMI, HF management, pre/post cath care, arrhythmia management), EPS (pacemaker placement, arrhythmia management), Cardiac Surgery (CABG, valve replacement, TAVR), Vascular Surgery (amputations, fem-pop bypass), and Advanced Heart Failure (pre/post transplant, VAD, inotrope support)
• Patient ratio of 1:4
• Uses Epic charting system
• Utilizes Safe Patient Mobilization equipment (ceiling lifts) in most patient rooms
• Night shift schedule with 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM), 36 hours per week
• Weekend requirement of 4 shifts per month
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating required within Acute Care/IMC scope, including to nearby affiliate hospitals per unit needs

Requirements

• Active RN license (Oregon or Compact) required; pending license applications accepted if submitted to the licensing board
• OR RN license required
• Current certifications: BLS and ACLS (AHA required, RQI not accepted)
• Minimum 2 years of Cardiac Telemetry experience required
• Level II Trauma experience required; Level I Trauma experience preferred
• Epic charting experience required
• Prior travel experience required
• Skills required: IV therapy/phlebotomy, blood product administration, central and peripheral line care/management, starting and maintaining IVs
• Experience managing cardiac and vasoactive drips (no titration) required
• Experience with sheath removal and TR band required
• TAVR experience required
• Preferred certifications: BSN, NIHSS, PCCN
• Comprehensive work history covering the last seven years, including city, state, dates, and employment gaps, is required
• Two manager or supervisor references from within the last 24 months required (charge RN references not accepted)

Additional Information

• Provide direct nursing care to complex cardiac, cardiac surgery, vascular surgery, and advanced heart failure patients, including remote telemetry monitoring and dysrhythmia management
• Utilize rapid response/code teams and manage IV insulin protocols as needed
• Scrubs of any color accepted (no prints); scrubs are provided
• First-time travelers are accepted, though candidates with Epic experience are strongly preferred
• Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate with no radius restriction
• Former OHSU employees or previous travelers must have a completed reference with their prior OHSU manager
• Returning staff must have a gap of 6+ months since their last assignment to be eligible
• RTO requests must be submitted upfront and are limited to a maximum of 5 days for a 13-week assignment or 7 days for an 18-week assignment; approved time beyond 5 days must be added to the end of the contract
• COVID-19 vaccination proof required with no exemptions accepted
• Background checks are comprehensive and lifetime in scope; no background or license issues will be accepted
• Relias competency exams require a minimum score of 85%

American Traveler Job ID #P-738527. 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.