Med Surg Tele
Medical Surgical Telemetry — Travel RN | Night Shift | Oakland, CA
This 13-week night shift contract (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, 3×12) places you on an active Medical Surgical Telemetry unit caring for a diverse adult and geriatric population, including telemetry, surgical overflow, renal, trauma, and oncology patients. Travelers do not administer active chemotherapy.
Shift & Scheduling
- Nights: 3×12-hour shifts (19:00–07:00)
- No block scheduling
- RTO limited to 4 continuous days or 6 total days per contract; additional RTO requires approval
- Weekend coverage required as needed
Float Requirements
You may float to Stepdown, Med/Surg, ED, and all telemetry levels of care within the facility.
Patient Care
- Interdisciplinary support includes physical therapy, respiratory services, pharmacy, rapid response teams, social services, and phlebotomy
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience
- Active ACLS and BLS certifications
- EKG Skill Level 3/4
- Telemetry interpretation and dysrhythmia management
- Valid California RN license required at time of submission
Preferred
- NIHSS certification
Key Clinical Skills
Central line and PICC line management, blood product administration, heparin protocols, port access, cardiac telemetry and remote monitoring, pre/post cardiac cath care, pacemaker management, tracheostomy care, wound care/wound vac, seizure and substance withdrawal management, high-flow nasal cannula, and PCA management.
First-time travelers are welcome. Two supervisor references preferred. Candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the facility. COVID-19 vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions considered).