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Med Surg Tele

Oakland, CA

Medical-Surgical Telemetry Nurse — Night Shift

Position Overview

The facility seeks a Medical-Surgical Telemetry nurse for night shifts (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) in a dynamic, multi-campus environment. This is a 17-week assignment with potential extension, running November 2, 2026 through February 27, 2027. Winter holiday coverage is essential; plan to work 2–3 major holidays based on unit needs.

Clinical Scope

You'll care for patients on telemetry monitoring across medical-surgical, stepdown, and overflow units. Your responsibilities include:

  • Continuous cardiac monitoring and dysrhythmia management
  • Blood product administration and phlebotomy
  • IV initiation and maintenance, PICC and port access
  • Non-invasive airway management and high-flow oxygen delivery
  • Post-cardiac catheterization and post-angiogram monitoring
  • Tracheostomy and surgical drain care
  • Rapid Response Team collaboration
  • Care for patients with seizure disorders, renal conditions, trauma, and oncology (diagnostic/monitoring only—no active chemotherapy administration)

Requirements

  • Current California nursing license
  • ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications (required at submission)
  • Minimum 3 years nursing experience
  • Proficiency with telemetry systems and remote monitoring
  • Strong dysrhythmia interpretation skills

Scheduling & Float

  • Nights only: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each
  • Maximum 7 days unpaid time off outside blackout periods (Nov. 22–30, Dec. 21–Jan. 4)
  • May float to affiliated campuses with 4–6 hours' notice; will not float mid-shift
  • COVID-19 vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions only)

What to Expect

Collaborative interdisciplinary team including respiratory, social services, pharmacy, and rapid response. Supportive unit secretary and 3 CNAs per shift.