Travel Step-Down Telemetry Registered Nurse - $2,076 per week
Maryville, TN, 37803, USA
- $12 p/hour
- Healthcare
- Contract
- travel nurse
- registered nurse
- telemetry nurse
This travel nurse position involves providing telemetry and medical-surgical care in a step-down unit from ICU, managing cardiac drips, and monitoring adult patients with complex cardiac conditions. The role requires at least one year of recent telemetry unit experience, proficiency in EPIC EMR, and certifications including BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS. The position offers a 13-week contract in Maryville, Tennessee with 12-hour night shifts and includes orientation and support from interdisciplinary teams.
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Maryville, Tennessee.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 01/05/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Opportunity:
RN - Med Surg Tele
Job Details:
• Work in a step-down unit from ICU with no ventilators or pressor support
• Manage cardiac drips including heparin, cardizem, amiodarone, and sotalol initiation
• Provide telemetry monitoring and ER holding experience required
• Maintain patient ratios of 6:1 for days, nights, and weekends
• Float within medical surgical units based on skill set as required
• Work with adult patients in a 28-bed unit with daily census of 28
• Care for patients with higher oxygen demands, dialysis patients, atrial fibrillation, and post heart catheterization
• 24-hour orientation provided with every Monday start dates
• Pre-assignment testing and modules required within 48 hours of contract signing
• Must have 1 year of recent unit experience and 1 year minimum EPIC EMR experience
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
• Tennessee active license required
• Flu vaccine required with no exemptions
• Weekend coverage required with block scheduling
• One pre-approved time off allowed per contract
Facility:
This healthcare facility operates a progressive care telemetry unit that serves as a step-down from intensive care. The facility provides comprehensive cardiac monitoring and specialized care for patients requiring close observation but not intensive care level support. The unit features modern telemetry equipment and maintains interdisciplinary support including IV teams, physical therapy, respiratory services, pharmacy, and rapid response teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Location:
Maryville, TN
Maryville offers a perfect blend of small-town charm and proximity to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, providing healthcare professionals with excellent outdoor recreation opportunities and a strong sense of community. The area features a low cost of living, beautiful mountain scenery, and easy access to hiking, camping, and seasonal activities while maintaining close proximity to larger metropolitan areas.
Adex Job ID #3108153. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
About ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLCADEX has been placing healthcare professionals across the US since 2004. Originally founded in Atlanta, GA, the company's headquarters are now located in Tampa, FL. JCAHO certified since 2009.
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