Job Description

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Bakersfield, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

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Job Description\n

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Telemetry RN for a night shift position in an acute care setting, requiring a current CA RN license and advanced cardiac rhythm interpretation skills.

\n \n Responsibilities\n

• Work in a 31-bed Telemetry unit within an acute care environment
• Night shift position with 12-hour shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
• Required to work 4 weekend shifts within every 4-week schedule rotation
• Expect to float as first priority, with potential floating to MedSurg units, remote tele, ICU for tele MS hold, or ER holds
• Primary patient population includes post-pacer, hemodialysis, stepdown from ICU, urology, oncology (with cardiac monitoring), rare ortho, correctional, strokes, TBI, sepsis, high acuity, and patients from nursing homes
• Nurse to patient ratio is 1:4
• Uses telemetry monitoring equipment (Phillips), and must be able to read and interpret all cardiac rhythms
• Cerner EMR experience preferred
• On-call/standby requires reporting within 30 minutes if called in
• Unit has a shift manager, resource nurse, and nurse aides for support
• Position expects participation in the permanent staff holiday rotation, including working one major and one minor holiday
• Navy blue scrubs required, including jackets and undershirts (navy, white, or black permitted)
• Unit supports a high acuity, fast-paced environment with complex cases
• Short orientation includes 1-2 shifts with a preceptor specific to the unit
• Travelers cannot have been employed by CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity Health facilities in the past year

\n \n Requirements\n

• Active CA RN license required at time of consideration
• Minimum of 2 years recent telemetry RN experience
• Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Must be able to accurately read and interpret all cardiac rhythms
• Ability to work night shifts and meet weekend requirements
• Two professional references: one supervisor reference from the past 12 months, and one peer or supervisor reference from the past 3 years

\n Benefits\n

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

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American Traveler Job ID #P-637437. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Telemetry

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.

 

Job Tags

Daily paid, Permanent employment, Immediate start, Remote work, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work,

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