Registered Nurse/Telemetry

Position: Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN)

Location: Beckley, West Virginia (Beckley ARH Hospital)

Contract Length: 13 Weeks

Start Date: 06/23/2026

Shift: Days – Rotating 3×12 & 4×12 (7:00 AM – 7:30 PM)

Schedule Requirement: 84 hours biweekly (MANDATORY)

Required Experience

• Minimum 2 years of current Med/Surg–Telemetry RN experience
• Experience in Level IV Trauma facility or higher (3–6 months minimum)
• Experience with 1:5–1:6 patient ratios
• Strong telemetry and acute care background required

Certifications

• BLS (AHA)
• ACLS (AHA)
• NIHSS
• AVADE (preferred)

Key Clinical Skills

• Cardiac monitoring & dysrhythmia interpretation
• Management of cardiac drips (non-titrating)
• IV therapy, central lines & PICC lines
• Blood product administration
• Oxygen therapy, BiPAP/CPAP
• Tracheostomy care & chest tube management
• Stroke (CVA) & post-TPA care
• Heparin protocols & IV insulin protocols
• Post cardiac cath care (TR Band, sheath removal)

Unit Experience Preferred

• MS/Telemetry
• Cardiac Telemetry
• ER Hold / Float units

Patient Population

• Adults & Geriatrics

Unit Details

• Typical Ratios: 1:5
• Float required (Med/Surg Tele, Rehab, ER Hold, Transfer Units)
• Every other weekend required
• Block scheduling NOT allowed

Facility Requirements (STRICT)

• Active Compact or WV RN License at submission
• Must accept biweekly rotating schedule (3×12 / 4×12)
• Up to 7 days RTO allowed (must be disclosed upfront)
• Candidate must live 75+ miles from facility