Local Contract Cardiac Tele RN - $36-42 per hour

About the role

Medical Solutions is seeking a local contract RN Telemetry nurse for a 13‑week assignment in Salisbury, North Carolina. The position requires 36 hours per week on 12‑hour night shifts. This is a local contract opportunity offering flexibility and competitive pay, with a focus on professionals who bring both strong clinical expertise and a sense of adventure.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for primary cardiac and stroke patients, including stable pre/post care for pacemaker implantation, implanted cardioverter/defibrillators, and cardiac catheterization.
• Manage telemetry monitoring, IV starts, and cardiac drips (e.g., Cardizem, Dopamine, Amiodarone).
• Titrate cardizem drips and manage high‑flow oxygen, non‑rebreather masks (palliative only), and chronic BIPAP use.
• Handle patient turnover of 78‑90 patients per week; a 6‑patient assignment may require completing and restarting the full assignment.
• Assist with admissions and discharges alongside a unit team lead.
• Follow unit‑specific protocols for COVID‑positive patients using opti‑flow and BIPAP.
• Utilize unit systems: Pyxis, Dimensions (EPIC), SBAR communication.
• Complete 36‑hour hospital orientation during the first week and adhere to scrubs policy (navy blue or white, matching jackets).
• Pass required EKG testing prior to start.
• Participate in self‑scheduling with leadership oversight to balance coverage as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of recent RN experience, preferably in a busy telemetry/cardiac unit with comparable patient ratios and acuity.
• Current RN license (discipline: RN) and Telemetry specialty.
• Certifications: ACLS, BCLS, and NIH.
• Proficiency in IV start, telemetry monitoring, pre/post‑procedure cardiac patient care, cardiac drips, and PCI.
• Ability to safely manage up to 6 patients per shift in a fast‑paced environment.
• Locals accepted; first‑time travelers considered.
• Must satisfy facility‑specific EKG testing before commencement.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) with active licensure.
• Specialty in Telemetry.
• Current ACLS, BCLS, and NIH certifications.
• Demonstrated experience with cardiac patient populations, telemetry, and high‑acuity care.

Skills

• IV insertion and maintenance.
• Telemetry monitoring and interpretation.
• Cardiac drip administration (Cardizem, Dopamine, Amiodarone, etc.).
• Titration of medication infusions.
• High‑flow oxygen therapy and pulse oximetry management.
• Chronic BIPAP use (no new BIPAP initiation).
• Use of Pyxis medication dispensing system.
• Navigation of Dimensions (EPIC) electronic health record.
• Effective SBAR communication.
• Ability to work in a unit with frequent patient turnover (78‑90 patients/week).
• Compliance with scrubs policy (navy blue or white uniforms).

Benefits

• Day‑one medical, dental, and vision coverage with low premiums.
• Day‑one 401(k) with company contribution.
• Personalized compensation packages.
• Paid, private, fully furnished, pet‑friendly housing.
• Dedicated recruiter and 24/7 customer care line.
• Per diem allowance and paid travel.
• Licensure and certification