Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg / Telemetry - $2,239 per week in Alton, IL

Registered Nurse (RN) | Med/Surg / Telemetry
Location: Alton, IL
Agency: Cynet Health
Pay: $2,239 per week
Shift Information: Days - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 12 Weeks
Start Date: 12/7/2026

About the Position

Registered Nurse Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: MS/Telemetry Duration: 12 Weeks Shift: Day 3x12-Hour Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum 1 year License: MO or Compact License in hand required at time of submission. Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS Must-Have: CPI preferred Description: The position requires an MS/Telemetry Registered Nurse. The role involves caring for acutely ill adult and geriatric patients. Patients may include those with general medicine, surgical, or infectious disease diagnoses. Telemetry monitoring is required for non-acute cardiac conditions. The nurse will perform EKG rhythm identification and manage non-titrating cardiac drips. Epic charting experience is preferred. The average daily census is 16-18 patients. Staffing ratios are 1:5 during nights. The role does not require call or weekend shifts. Floating within service line and scope is required. Patients accepted include those who are first-time travelers. Candidates must have experience in accessing/managing ports, arterial line management, and administering blood products. The nurse will manage high flow nasal cannula and oxygen administration. The position includes pre- and post-procedure evaluation and care. Neurological assessments and care for acute ischemic stroke or transient ischemic attack patients are part of the duties. Special medications administered include Tenecteplase, insulin, Neosynephrine, and Nipride. The role excludes patients with active and unstable gastrointestinal bleeding or uncontrolled ischemic chest pain. Participation in interdisciplinary support with physical therapy, respiratory services, and social services is expected.

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• BLS
• MS Tele
• Pharmacology
• Skills Checklist
• Specialty Exam