Med Surg Tele

Medical/Surgical Telemetry — Night Shift

Position Overview

The facility is seeking an experienced Medical/Surgical nurse for a 13-week night shift assignment. You'll provide care to a diverse patient population in a fast-paced telemetry environment, managing complex diagnoses and multiple treatment modalities.

Shift & Schedule

• Night: 3x12-hour (18:45–07:15)
• Contract: 13 weeks

• Weekends: 12–16 shifts per contract
• Time Off: Up to 7 days pre-approved RTO (no time off during first week; must work 2 of 3 major holidays)
• Floating: Required within the facility

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience
• BLS certification
• EKG testing required prior to start
• First-time travelers welcome; locals accepted

Clinical Skills & Scope

You'll manage patients with diagnoses including dementia, diabetes, COVID-19, ia, COPD, sepsis, encephalopathy, GI bleed, anemia, and hip fracture. Expected competencies include:

• Dysrhythmia interpretation and telemetry monitoring
• IV insulin protocols and heparin management
• Central and peripheral line care, PICC line management
• Blood product administration
• Non-invasive airway management (CPAP/BiPAP, high-flow nasal cannula)
• Chest tube management
• Wound care and wound vac
• Feeding tube and colostomy care
• Hemodialysis pre/post-procedure care
• Rapid Response Team coordination

Preferred: Tracheostomy management, port access, ABG interpretation, CVA experience

Unit Details

• 24-hour orientation (day one); hospital orientation week one
• Navy/white scrubs
• Interdisciplinary support: IV teams, respiratory, phlebotomy, social services, pharmacy, and more
• Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions only)