Telemetry

Cardiac Telemetry / IMCU — Travel RN | Nights | Redding, CA

This intermediate care unit manages a high-acuity medical population with common diagnoses including CHF, COPD, renal failure, respiratory failure, alcohol withdrawal, and post-PCI patients. The unit operates at full capacity and maintains a strong emphasis on bedside shift report, patient experience, and core measures.

Shift & Schedule

• 12-hour nights, 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
• Every other weekend (Fri/Sat nights)
• 4 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule
• Self-scheduling by seniority; shift trades available
• 36 guaranteed hours per week

Contract Details

• Duration: 13 weeks | Start: November 3, 2026

Clinical Details

• Respiratory support includes BiPAP, CPAP, and HFNC (no ventilators)
• Drips are set-rate or protocol-driven (DKA, Heparin, Amiodarone, Cardizem) — titration not required
• Central telemetry monitoring with dedicated monitor techs; nurses must independently read and interpret cardiac rhythms
• Proctored dysrhythmia exam required on Day 1 — Pass/Fail

Float Requirements

• First to float; may be assigned to Med/Surg departments

Unit Support

• Nurse Shift Manager serves as Team Lead; 2 Resource/Break RNs carry no patient assignment; 2–3 unit aides on shift

Required Certifications

• ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
• COVID vaccination required

Requirements

• 2–3 years of telemetry/IMCU experience preferred; first-time travelers considered
• Navy scrubs
• BSN not required; active CA RN license required

Self-motivated, team-oriented candidates who are invested in quality outcomes will thrive here. This is a traveler-friendly unit with a structured, supportive environment.