Travel

Med Surg Tele

Lubbock, TX

Telemetry RN — Medical-Surgical Unit

Position Overview

The facility is seeking an experienced Telemetry RN for a 13-week contract on the medical-surgical unit. This is a day shift role (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM) working three 12-hour shifts per week with every other weekend required. Block schedules are approved but not mandatory.

Shift & Schedule

  • Days: 3x12-hour (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM)
  • Weekends: Every other weekend (6 shifts per 6-week schedule)
  • Float: Yes — you'll float to other acute care departments within the facility
  • On-call: No

Clinical Scope

The role emphasizes telemetry monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, and management of medical-surgical patients. Core competencies include:

  • Telemetry monitoring and dysrhythmia interpretation
  • Central line and PICC line care
  • IV initiation and management
  • Blood product administration
  • High-flow nasal cannula and oxygen administration
  • Heparin and IV insulin protocols
  • Feeding tube management
  • Wound care and wound VAC
  • Rapid response team coordination

Requirements

  • Seasoned travel experience (at least one prior travel contract required)
  • Minimum 1 year as an RN
  • ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications
  • Valid compact license at submission
  • 2 professional references (1 year of experience within the last 3 years)

Uniform

Solid navy blue scrubs or uniforms (piping permitted).

Start Date: November 2, 2026

Location: Lubbock, TX