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Amergis Healthcare Staffing

RN Telemetry

Highland Park, IL · On-site

$2.0K - $2.8K/wk

Must meet all federal, state and local requirements * Must be at least 18 years of age Benefits At ... government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched ...

ATC Chicago

Registered Nurse RN

Chicago, IL · On-site

$38 - $70/hr

Registered Nurse Job Summary The Registered Nurse RN provides skilled nursing services to patients ... Federal, State or local law. M/F/D/V EOE

ATC Chicago

Registered Nurse RN

Chicago, IL · On-site

$38 - $70/hr

Registered Nurse Job Summary The Registered Nurse RN provides skilled nursing services to patients ... Federal, State or local law. M/F/D/V EOE

ATC Chicago

Registered Nurse RN

Chicago, IL · On-site

$38 - $70/hr

Registered Nurse Job Summary The Registered Nurse RN provides skilled nursing services to patients ... Federal, State or local law. M/F/D/V EOE

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What is a Federal Government RN?

A Federal Government RN is a registered nurse who works for a federal agency, such as the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Department of Defense, or the Indian Health Service. These nurses provide healthcare services to specific populations, including veterans, active-duty military members, or Native American communities. Their roles can range from direct patient care to administration, public health, research, and policy development. Federal Government RNs typically enjoy competitive benefits, job stability, and opportunities for career advancement.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Federal Government RN?

To thrive as a Federal Government RN, you need a current RN license, a BSN or higher degree, and strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills relevant to government healthcare settings. Familiarity with federal healthcare systems, electronic health records (EHRs) like VistA, and compliance standards such as HIPAA is typically required. Outstanding communication, cultural competence, and adaptability are vital soft skills for collaborating across diverse teams and serving varied patient populations. These competencies ensure high-quality, compliant care within the complex and regulated environment of federal healthcare facilities.

What are some unique challenges that registered nurses face when working for the federal government compared to private healthcare settings?

Federal Government RNs often work within large, structured systems such as the VA or Department of Defense, where they must navigate complex regulations, standardized protocols, and sometimes slower administrative processes. They may also serve diverse patient populations, including veterans or military personnel, with unique medical and psychological needs. Additionally, collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and adapting to frequent policy updates are common, which can be both challenging and rewarding. These factors require strong adaptability, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to ongoing professional development.
Federal Government Rn jobs near you
Infographic showing various Federal Government Rn job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, and 28% Part Time. Highlights an 97% In-person, and 3% Remote job distribution.

RN Telemetry

Amergis Healthcare Staffing

Highland Park, IL • On-site

$2.0K - $2.8K/wk

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

As a professional practitioner, the RN - Telemetry assumes the responsibility and accountability for delivery of patient care of telemetry patients.  The RN – Telemetry demonstrates the ability to make clinical judgments in an effective and efficient manner, with supervision.  The RN - Telemetry exhibits critical thinking and performance ability in the coordination of patient care and consistently performs according to nursing standards while remaining accountable for providing patient care and assisting others in the management of patient care.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Current Registered Nurse license for the state in which the nurse practices
  • One year experience in Telemetry Preferred
  • Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice 
  • Current CPR if applicable
  • TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable 
  • Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation) 
  • Must meet all federal, state and local requirements 
  • Must be at least 18 years of age  
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
  • Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) savings plan
  • Awards and recognition programs 
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. 

About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.  

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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