Med Surg Tele

Medical-Surgical Telemetry Nurse

Position Overview

The facility is seeking an experienced Med-Surg Telemetry nurse for a day shift assignment in the Oakland area. You'll provide direct patient care on a telemetry unit managing patients across medical-surgical, renal, trauma, and oncology populations (note: travelers do not administer active chemotherapy).

Shift & Schedule

• Days: 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 AM – 7:30 PM)
• Contract: 17 weeks | November 2, 2026 – February 27, 2027 (potential extension through mid-April)
• Holiday commitment: Expect to work 2–3 major holidays based on unit census needs
• Time off: Up to 7 days RTO approval available outside blackout dates (Nov 22–30, Dec 21–Jan 4); holiday time off is rarely approved
• Float requirement: May float to affiliated campuses with 4–6 hours' notice; will not be asked to float mid-shift

Requirements

• License & Certs: Valid California RN license, ACLS, BLS
• Experience: Minimum 3 years as a registered nurse
• Clinical Skills:
• Telemetry interpretation and dysrhythmia management
• Remote monitoring and Rapid Response Team coordination
• IV placement, phlebotomy, blood product administration
• Non-invasive airway management
• Central line, PICC line, and port access/management
• Tracheostomy and feeding tube care
• Post-cardiac catheterization and surgical drain management

Unit Environment

You'll work alongside 3 CNAs per shift with support from respiratory therapy, pharmacy, physical therapy, social services, and radiology. The unit manages varied patient acuities with interdisciplinary care coordination.

Key Notes

Firm start and end dates; candidates unable to commit should not apply. Valid California license required at submission.