Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry in Baltimore, MD

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Baltimore
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Telemetry Location: Baltimore, MD Agency: Ambition 24Hours Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours Contract Duration: 7 Weeks Start Date: ASAP About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Ambition 24Hours to find a qualified Telemetry RN in Baltimore, Maryland, 21201! Nurse Manager Neuro/Telemetry (Neuroscience Unit) Job description for job boards The Nurse Manager Neuro/Telemetry oversees a 36-bed neuroscience unit caring for stroke, neurosurgical, epilepsy monitoring (EMU), and neuro progressive care patients in a telemetry-capable environment. This role ensures safe, age-appropriate patient care and leads an engaged team of nurses and support staff focused on excellent clinical outcomes and patient experience. Responsibilities Provide 24/7 leadership for a neuroscience / neuro-telemetry unit, ensuring delivery of safe, high-quality, age-appropriate care. Serve as a clinical resource and role model for nurses caring for stroke, neurosurgery, EMU, and neuro progressive monitoring patients in a telemetry setting. Plan, organize, and prioritize daily unit operations based on staffing, acuity, and patient flow requirements. Promote evidence-based practice and compliance with standards related to stroke and neuroscience care, including NIHSS use and telemetry monitoring. Oversee performance management, including chart audits, PI/quality monitoring, direct observation, and peer feedback. Conduct timely staff evaluations using objective, measurable criteria aligned with quality, safety, and service goals. Set unit benchmarks for quality, patient satisfaction, and staff engagement; monitor results and implement improvement plans as needed. Participate in hiring, onboarding, coaching, counseling, and retention strategies for nursing and support staff. Maintain clinical competence in neuro/telemetry nursing and step in to support direct patient care when required. Collaborate with physicians, ancillary services, and leadership to optimize care pathways for stroke, neurosurgery, and complex neuro patients. Ensure regulatory readiness and adherence to policies, procedures, and professional practice standards. Support throughput, bed management, and safe transitions of care in coordination with other departments. Qualifications Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice (or eligibility to obtain prior to start). Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master s degree in Nursing or related field preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification strongly preferred. NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification or completion within a defined timeframe after hire preferred. Minimum 2 years of recent direct neuro or neuro-telemetry nursing experience in an acute care hospital. 3 5 years of progressive hospital nurse leadership/management experience, including prior Nurse Manager or equivalent role. Demonstrated experience managing telemetry-capable units or step-down/progressive care environments. Ideal candidate profile Proven track record leading a hospital-based neuro and/or neuro-telemetry nursing unit with at least 3 years of Nurse Manager experience. Strong background in stroke care, neuroscience patient populations, and telemetry monitoring. Skilled in staff development, coaching, and building a positive, collaborative team culture. Comfortable using data and quality metrics to drive performance improvement. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and change management skills. Interest in professional growth within an organization that offers robust benefits, free parking, and opportunities to advance. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing A diverse range of assignments on your resume showcases your adaptability, versatility, and resilience. This can make you a more attractive candidate for future job opportunities and career advancement. Confront diverse medical cases that challenge and expand your skill set. Each assignment becomes a learning opportunity, contributing significantly to your professional growth and expertise. In some assignments, travel nurses may have opportunities to participate in health education initiatives, promoting preventive care and wellness in the community. Some travel nursing agencies provide opportunities for continuing education, allowing you to expand your knowledge base and stay updated on the latest advancements in healthcare. Stand out in the competitive healthcare field by showcasing a resume filled with varied experiences in different regions and healthcare settings. Employers value the adaptability and resilience gained through travel nursing. 29340763EXPTEMP

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