Cardiac Tele Registered Nurse - Telemetry | Wilmington, NC | Contract

Quick Look

  • Weekly Gross Pay: $2,430 - $2,558
  • Shift: Night 4x12-Hour (18:45 - 07:15)
  • Start Date: 11/16/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks

Join a leading acute-care hospital as a Cardiac Tele Registered Nurse in Wilmington, NC. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled RN to work in a fast-paced telemetry unit, providing care for patients with various cardiac conditions. As a Cardiac Tele RN, you will be instrumental in monitoring and managing patients with congestive heart failure, arrhythmias, and those undergoing pacemaker or ICD implantations.

Required Skills / Certifications:

  • ACLS, BLS, & NIHSS required
  • 2 years of experience required
  • First-time travelers accepted
  • Strong Cardiac Tele, PCU, IMC, Stepdown experience
  • Willingness to work in a fast-paced unit

Job Details:

  • Shift: 12 hours from 18:45 to 07:15 (will accept 36 or 48 hr contracts)
  • Float required as needed (frequency depends on unit needs)
  • Weekend shifts required - 5-6 over a 6-week scheduling period
  • Ratio: 1:5-6
  • Contract staff will be assigned to work on a Storm Team and/or Hurricane Team
  • May be required to report to work during catastrophic events, mass casualties, or disasters

Patient Diagnoses:

  • Congestive Heart Failure
  • Arrhythmias
  • Pacemaker/ICD implantations
  • Pre/Post cardiac catheterization

Special Procedures / Unit Details:

  • Fast-paced cardiac telemetry unit
  • Monitoring of cardiac patients
  • Administration of cardiac drips (Dobutamine, Amiodarone, Cardizem, Milrinone, Dopamine, Diltiazem, etc.)
  • Sheath pulls, TR Bands, Femstop

Unit Systems:

  • Pyxis, EPIC, & SBAR

Unit Orientation: 24 hours

Scrubs: Navy

MUST pass EKG Testing prior to start for this specialty. A nurse manager must interview prior to finalizing the offer. Locals accepted at local rate.

GLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you are ready to take on this rewarding role, apply now to join our dedicated team of healthcare professionals!