Telemetry

Med/Surg Telemetry — Travel RN | Nights | Lufkin, TX

This rural acute care facility relies heavily on travel nurses in its Med/Surg Telemetry unit and has maintained stable, experienced leadership over the years. If you're a self-sufficient team player who thrives in a community-focused environment, this assignment is worth a close look.

Assignment Details

• Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Schedule: Every other weekend required; holidays required; no on-call or standby
• Guaranteed hours: 36/week
• Contract length: 42 weeks | Start date: October 26, 2026
• Scrub color: Navy blue

Unit & Clinical Scope

• Med/Surg Telemetry setting managing common acute diagnoses including CHF, diabetes, ia, and CKD
• RNs manage Heparin drip titration; all other drips are set rate
• Telemetry monitor techs are on unit, but RNs must independently read and interpret strips
• Respiratory support patients include CPAP, BiPAP, and high-flow cases
• PCTs are present on unit; Charge Nurse, House Supervisors, and Nurse Educators are available on shift

Float Requirements

• Float to all Med/Surg units as needed; may float to PCU to manage telemetry holds pending transfer

Orientation

• Two shadow/orientation shifts provided; block scheduling cannot be accommodated — scheduling is based on facility needs

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 18 months of recent Med/Surg Telemetry experience
• BLS (AHA) required; ACLS preferred
• Strong communication and time management skills
• Rural hospital experience preferred; BSN not required