Job Description
Join a dynamic team providing specialized cardiac and telemetry nursing care in an engaging travel role based in the Garden City, ID area. This opportunity offers hands-on experience with post-procedural cardiac patients in a hospital setting, rotating between two telemetry floors to meet staffing needs and expand clinical skills.
Location Overview:
Garden City lies near the Boise metropolitan area, offering a blend of urban amenities and access to outdoor recreational activities. This vibrant community is known for its scenic landscapes and friendly atmosphere—perfect for both professional growth and a balanced lifestyle.
- Role Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive telemetry nursing care on 3rd and 7th floors, covering 20 and 35 beds respectively.
- Manage cardiac-focused post-op patients including open heart, TAVRs, ablations, pacemakers, as well as general telemetry cases such as CHF, sepsis, and stroke recovery.
- Accurately read and interpret telemetry strips twice per shift and document findings according to protocol.
- Administer and titrate cardiac drips including amiodarone, cardizem, dopamine, and dobutamine; heparin titration required, insulin titration training available if needed.
- Collaborate with CNAs and respiratory therapists to optimize patient care.
- Float between telemetry units within the hospital and affiliated sister facilities as needed.
- Participate in a flexible schedule including 7-7 shifts, weekend coverage (5-6 weekends per 6-week period), and holiday shifts as required.
- Qualifications & Desired Experience:
- Active RN license with a minimum of 2 years telemetry nursing experience.
- Post-procedural cardiac care experience (cath lab, ablations, open heart) is essential. PCU or stepdown unit experience highly preferred.
- Certification in BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS.
- Strong ability to read and interpret cardiac telemetry strips.
- Previous travel nursing experience preferred but not required.
- Benefits & Perks:
- Supportive leadership with a traveler-friendly environment treating travelers as permanent staff.
- Orientation tailored over two shifts covering both telemetry units.
- Flexible scheduling with collaborative shift planning.
- Opportunity to gain broad telemetry and cardiac nursing experience on varying units.
This travel nursing position offers the chance to deliver expert-level telemetry care while benefiting from a supportive and flexible work environment. If you meet the qualifications and are eager to advance your cardiac nursing skills, apply today to explore this rewarding opportunity.
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