Local Contract Nurse RN - Telemetry - $47 per hour

Company: ARMStaffing
Location: Altoona
Posted on: April 24, 2025

Job Description:

Local Contract Nurse RN - Telemetry - $47 per hour at ARMStaffing summary:
The Local Contract Nurse RN (Telemetry) position involves providing direct patient care, monitoring patients using telemetry equipment, and interpreting EKG data. Responsibilities include medication administration, critical thinking, and working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team. The role requires a current Pennsylvania RN license and at least one year of telemetry experience, with a strong focus on patient care and communication.
ARMStaffing is seeking a local contract nurse RN Telemetry for a local contract nursing job in Altoona, Pennsylvania.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 05/12/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Local ContractARMStaffing is looking for Telemetry Registered Nurses (TELE RN)!
  The Telemetry Registered Nurse (TELE RN) provides direct patient care, monitors patients using telemetry equipment, and interprets EKG data. -
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  • Patient Care: -Directly providing care, including assessments, medication administration, and monitoring, and developing individualized care plans.
    
  • Telemetry Monitoring: -Experience using and interpreting telemetry equipment, recognizing abnormal rhythms, and responding to cardiac emergencies. -
    
  • ECG/EKG Interpretation: -Ability to interpret EKG waveforms and identify different cardiac rhythms. -
    
  • Medication Administration: -Knowledge of administering cardiac medications and monitoring for side effects. -
    
  • Critical Thinking: -Ability to analyze patient data, identify problems, and develop solutions. -
    
  • Communication: -Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with patients, families, physicians, and other healthcare professionals. -
    
  • Teamwork: -Ability to work collaboratively within a healthcare team environment. -
    
  • Problem-Solving: -Ability to address complex patient care issues and adapt to changing priorities. -
    
  • Documentation: -Accurate and thorough documentation of patient assessments, care plans, and interventions. -
    
    Minimum Qualifications:
    
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    • Licensure/Certification: Must hold a current and valid Pennsylvania RN License or Compact RN License to work in Pennsylvania.
      
    • Experience: A minimum of one year of recent experience working on a Telemetry unit. -
      
    • Stress Management: -Demonstrated ability to handle stress and maintain composure in a critical care setting. -
      
    • Adaptability: -Ability to adapt to changing situations and handle unexpected events.
      
      Work Environment:
      
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      • Telemetry Unit: Fast-paced environment with a variety of patient demographics. -Collaborative setting where nurses work closely with physicians, residents, interns, and a multidisciplinary team, fostering a learning environment. -
        
      • Teamwork: -Working effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team, communicating clearly with physicians and other healthcare professionals.
        
      • Physical Demands: May need to stand for long periods. Lift and move patients, which can be physically demanding. -
        
        At ARMStaffing we take care of our nurses! We offer:
        
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        • Health & Retirement BenefitsDay-1 access to extensive benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental, Life and more---
          
        • Complimentary OnboardingWe pay your way through onboarding including Physicals, TITERS, and everything else. A dedicated Onboard Specialist will schedule your appointments, so you can focus on patient care while we focus on helping you get started faster.
          
        • On-Call SupportWe have on-call support 24/7, 365 days a year. Need clinical support? We have an experienced team across healthcare practices who can offer immediate direction.
          
        • 401k Retirement Savings PlanAfter a qualifying waiting period, employees are eligible for 401k. Employees that contribute at least 5% will receive a 4% company match.
          
        • Recruiter MatchingWhen you apply with ARMS, you will be matched with a specialized recruiter based on your preferred location and specialty.
          
        • Honestly, there's so much more... like Travel Reimbursement, Housing Allowance, Meals & Incidentals, Referral Bonuses, Completion Bonuses; it goes on.
          
          We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice, here's why:
          
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          • SIA's Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms - 2019
            
          • SIA's Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. - 2023
            
          • Celebrated as a Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley - 2022, 2023
            
          • Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
            
          • Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for Health Care Staffing Services Certification
            
            Contract & local rates may vary based on location and residency of applicant. For more details, please ask an ARMStaffing recruiter about your options!ARMStaffing Job ID #31765590. Posted job title: RN:TELE,19:00:00-07:00:00About ARMStaffingAllied Resources Medical Staffing (ARMStaffing) places the most qualified medical professionals in the industry, including: local and travel contract, temp-to-perm, per diem, and direct-hire personnel. -
            As a leader in medical staffing, we cover every segment of the healthcare market and take pride in our ability to exceed our clients' expectations. We accomplish this through our total dedication to our clients and field associates, our over 15 years of experience, a strong and diverse poor of medical professionals, and the high level of loyalty of our internal staff.
            We also make it a point to develop and maintain close relationships with staffing and office managers to ensure clear communication and proper placements based on the client's criteria. This allows us to tailor our services to best suit the staffing needs of our clients, while placing our employees in positions that match their abilities and preferences. -
            Our goal is to offer unparalleled service to our valued healthcare clients, regardless of facility size or location, and to maintain a top-notch workforce of qualified, dedicated and medical professionals. -
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            • Local and travel contracts
              
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            • Staffing for every segment of the healthcare industry including, RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, and Allied Health Professionals
              
            • Long-term contracts, block scheduling and per diem staffing options
              
            • 24-Hour customer service and on-call support 365 days a year
              
            • Full-time, registered nurse on staff to provide screening, background, and reference checks
              
            • Long-term and temporary career options with outstanding employee benefits
              
            • Medical Benefits
              
            • Company-matched 401K
              
              
              
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