RN: Telemetry

Job Description:

Join us as a Telemetry RN in Shreveport, LA, for a 13-week travel assignment that offers a rewarding experience in a lively, community-oriented hospital. You’ll be monitoring cardiac rhythms, managing non-titrating cardiac medications, and supporting patients recovering from cardiac procedures, all while working 12-hour day shifts on a friendly, team-oriented unit. This role provides a chance to sharpen your telemetry skills in a setting that values teamwork and professionalism, with the rare opportunity to enjoy a little local history and culture during your free time. Expect a supportive environment where collaboration and expertise ensure high-quality care, all within a facility known for welcoming travelers like you.

Weather:

In this part of Louisiana, you can expect generally mild and pleasant weather during this period, with warm days and comfortable evenings - ideal for exploring local sights or relaxing outdoors after your shifts.

Fun Things To Do:

• Downtown Riverfront Walk: Enjoy scenic views along the Red River with local vendors and live music.
• Louisiana Boardwalk: Shop, dine, and catch a movie at this popular waterfront destination.
• Shreveport Water Works Museum: Explore historic waterworks and learn about the city’s water history.
• Bossier City’s Antique District: Discover unique finds in this charming antique shopping area.
• Oak Alley Plantation (Day Trip): Step back in time with a visit to this iconic plantation famous for its majestic oak-lined avenues.

Job Specifics:

Location: Shreveport, LA

Shift: 12-hour days

Duration: 13 weeks with a 36-hour workweek

Additional notes: You’ll work every other weekend, support telemonitoring with telemetry techs, and participate in hospital orientation plus 2-3 days on-unit training. Holiday work is expected, and you must have 2 years of acute care RN experience, along with BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications. Skills in cardiac rhythm interpretation, PIV, central line care, and non-titrating cardiac medications are required. Supportive team members such as charge nurses, hospitalist, and support staff are available to help you succeed.