Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry - $2,346 per week
About the role
Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Telemetry RN for a 13-week travel assignment in Boston, Massachusetts. The position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and support from a dedicated clinical team.
Responsibilities
- Maintains awareness of comfort and safety needs of telemetry patients
- Monitors and interprets cardiac rhythms, vital signs, and other telemetry data to detect abnormalities and respond appropriately
- Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques, with a focus on cardiac care
- Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care for telemetry patients
- Documents nursing history and physical assessment for assigned telemetry patients
- Initiates patient education plans according to individualized needs, focusing on cardiac health, risk factors, and lifestyle modifications
- Responds to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols specific to cardiac emergencies
- Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of practice
Requirements
- One year of recent experience as a Telemetry RN
- Current Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
- Current BLS Certification (AHA/ARC)
- Current ACLS Certification
- Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN) Certification (NIHSS certification may also be required)
Qualifications
Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position. Summary: The Telemetry Registered Nurse is responsible for providing comprehensive patient care in a telemetry unit, focusing on continuous cardiac monitoring and assessment. This role encompasses evaluating patient health, implementing specialized care plans, administering treatments, and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care for individuals with cardiac conditions. The position requires strong clinical skills in telemetry nursing, critical thinking abilities, excellent communication, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of patient safety and professional ethics.
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Service excellence
- Good interpersonal communication skills
- The ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language
- Ability to read/comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions, and proficiency in PC skills
- Physical Abilities - Must be able to remain in a stationary position, move about, move equipment (50-100lbs), push, pull, and bend
- Interpersonal Skills - Must be able to work effectively with a variety of personnel (professional and ancillary) to present a positive attitude and professionalism
- Technical/Motor Skills - Must have the ability to grasp, perform fine manipulation, push/pull, and move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department equipment
- Mental Requirements - Must be able to cope with frequent contact with the general public and customers while meeting deadlines under pressure. Must be able to work under close supervision occasionally, as well as working without assistance from other personnel. Must be able to contend with irregular activity schedules occasionally and continuous concentration to detail
- Sensory - Must possess visual acuity and ability to effectively communicate
Benefits
- Hospitally competitive pay for travel professionals
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first day coverage
- Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
- Life and short-term disability offered
- 401(k) matching
- Aggressive refer-a-friend bonus program
- 24/7 recruiter support
- Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs
Why Choose Fusion?
At Fusion Medical Staffing, our goal is to improve the lives of everyone we touch, and we're always looking for people like you to join our mission. Your passion for helping others deserves a partner just as committed to supporting you — that’s why we offer day one insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships and awards, exclusive discounts, and more. From your personal recruiter to our clinical and traveler experience teams, we’re here to guide and celebrate you along your journey. You take care of others; we take care of you.
Other Duties
Disclaimers: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned.