Registered Nurse Travel Job Telemetry Shift Nights

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Parkersburg, West Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/10/2026
• 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 10, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 2
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Cardiac Telemetry RN for a night shift acute care position requiring 2+ years of experience and WV or compact RN licensure.
Details
Work on a 43-bed semi-private Cardiac Telemetry unit with 9-10 private rooms in an acute care hospital setting
Care for patients with post heart caths, TR bands, CHF, COPD, post pacers, arrhythmias, and those awaiting CABG consult or medical management
Average patient ratio of 1:5, with flexing up to 1:6
Titrate Heparin and occasionally Lasix or Bumex drips
Read cardiac monitor strips as the unit serves as the central monitor station for the entire North Tower
PCT support available at a goal ratio of 1:8, flexing up to 1:12-18
Occasional use of High Flow, BiPAP, and CPAP for supportive therapy only
EPIC EMR used for charting
Night shift, 12-hour shifts (1900-0730)
Weekend requirement of every other weekend for travelers (Fri/Sat/Sun/Mon for nights)
Self-scheduling allowed with block scheduling accommodated based on unit needs
Rare call or standby requirement possible depending on census
Floating required within skillset to other units including ICU (rare) and Stepdown
Requirements
Active WV or compact RN license required
Current BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA) required
Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
BSN not required
Must be able to read cardiac telemetry strips
Comfortable caring for cardiac telemetry patient population
Unexpired copy of driver's license required for consideration
Additional Information
Perform admissions and discharges independently in a fast-paced environment averaging 8-12 discharges and 8-12 admissions per day
Strong team-oriented culture with staff regularly helping one another
Charge Nurse coverage 24/7; night charge nurses take a patient assignment and travelers comfortable with charge duties may be considered
Unit clerk supports the team
Orientation includes 1 day of computer training followed by 1 day of shadowing with a preceptor
Unit is experienced in training new grads and welcomes first-time travelers
Scrub color is Royal Blue; scrub jackets optional but must be actual scrub jackets (no hoodies or sweat-jackets)
Holiday coverage may be required for travelers if unit needs cannot be met by permanent staff
Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to qualify as a traveler
Travelers who previously worked at any WVU Medicine location must have taken a 2-year break before reapplying
Travelers are limited to a maximum of one year of cumulative work within WVU facilities before requiring a 2-year break
American Traveler Job ID #P-738328. 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.