Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry - $2,122 per week in Baton Rouge, LA

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Baton Rouge
Posted on: January 5, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Telemetry Location: Baton Rouge, LA Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $2,122 per week Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 8 Weeks Start Date: 2/2/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Telemetry RN in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70816! Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Telemetry Duration: 8 weeks Shift: Night 3x12-Hour Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: Minimum 2 years in specialty License: Compact or state license in hand upon submission Certifications: BLS, NIHSS, ACLS preferred Must-Have: Telemetry/Medsurg experience of over 1 year. Experience with cardiac drips and EKG. Familiarity with Epic charting system. Description: Please ensure you understand the expectation to stay at the facility during emergency events and to report as assigned by your unit manager if required. The patient ratios are 1:5 for days and 1:6 for nights. Weekend coverage is required every other weekend. You must have experience in accessing/managing ports, blood product administration, cardiac telemetry, central line care/management, feeding tube care and management, heparin protocols, and interpretation of dysrhythmias. Isolation precautions and management of cardiac drips without titration are essential skills. You will also be responsible for PCA, peripheral line care/management, PICC line management, and starting and maintaining IVs. You will work with adult and geriatric populations. The unit has 50 beds and provides interdisciplinary support including physical therapy, respiratory services, social services, and pharmacy. References will be required to obtain clearance to start the contract. This role requires the ability to work as part of a team and to deliver high-quality patient care. Ensure all certifications are current and up-to-date. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Adapting to new facilities and teams challenges your problem-solving skills. You learn to navigate different protocols and procedures, honing your ability to think critically and adapt to varying healthcare contexts. In times of public health crises, travel nurses often play essential roles in vaccination campaigns, disease control efforts, and other initiatives that contribute to the well-being of communities. Managing assignments, travel logistics, and adapting to new environments requires effective time management. Travel nursing helps you hone your time management skills, a valuable asset in any healthcare setting. Travel nursing exposes you to various healthcare professionals, including industry leaders and experts. Networking with these individuals can open doors to mentorship and career advancement opportunities. Travel nursing offers flexibility in terms of assignment duration and location. You can choose short-term or long-term assignments, and the flexibility allows for a better work-life balance. Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS Pharmacology 29082113EXPTEMP

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