RN: Telemetry
- Boston, MA, United States
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Job details
- Working hours
- 36 hours per week
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Job Description:
This travel nursing assignment places you on an orthopedic and telemetry unit in Boston, caring for patients across rotating day and night shifts. You will complete assessments, manage telemetry monitoring, perform your own EKGs and rhythm-strip interpretation, administer medications, and support patients recovering from orthopedic procedures and other acute conditions. The role may include initiating cardiac drips, drawing labs from PICC lines, and starting peripheral IVs. Respiratory support is available around the clock, while the nursing team manages a schedule that may include up to two consecutive weeks of night shifts and alternating or every-third weekends.
Weather:
Boston typically offers crisp, cool weather around this time of year, with a mix of sunny days, cloud cover, and occasional rain. Comfortable layers and a dependable jacket are useful for exploring the city between shifts.
Fun Things To Do:
• Historic Walk: Follow the Freedom Trail through Boston’s historic neighborhoods and landmarks.
• Waterfront Outing: Explore the New England Aquarium, Harborwalk, and nearby waterfront dining.
• Day Trip: Spend a day in Salem visiting museums, historic sites, and local shops.
• Day Trip: Visit Cape Cod for beaches, coastal villages, and scenic drives.
• Neighborhood Explore: Enjoy restaurants, boutiques, and galleries in the South End and Back Bay.
Job Specifics:
City and State: Boston, Massachusetts
Shift: 12-hour rotating shifts, days and nights
Duration: 36 hours per week for 13 weeks