Travel
Med Surg Tele
Lubbock, TX
Neuro Telemetry RN — Nights | Lubbock, TX | 13-Week Contract
This Neuro Telemetry unit provides specialized care for patients with complex neurological and neurosurgical diagnoses in a fast-paced, team-driven environment. First-time travelers with at least one year of experience are welcome to apply.
Shift & Schedule
- Nights: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, 3x12-hour shifts
- 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule; no on-call required
- Float between sister facilities may be required; refusal to float may impact guaranteed hours
Patient Population & Clinical Scope
- TIA/Stroke (Comprehensive Stroke Center)
- Neurosurgical patients: ACDF, TLIF, XLIF, craniotomy, subdural hematoma
- Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (dedicated EEG monitoring beds)
- Spinal cord injury, intracranial bleeds, substance withdrawal, post-TPA care
- Most admissions arrive from the ED, ICU, or PACU
Key Clinical Skills
- Dysrhythmia interpretation and management
- Telemetry and remote monitoring
- Peripheral line care, non-invasive airway management
- Rapid Response/Code team utilization
- Isolation precautions/PPE
Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of RN experience (Neuro/Tele preferred)
- BLS required
- Compact state license must be in hand at time of submission
- 2 professional references covering the past 3 years required
Additional Details
- Dress code: Solid navy blue scrubs (licensed nursing staff)
- Dedicated mentors available to support new travelers
- Interdisciplinary team includes Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy, Pharmacy, Respiratory Services, and Social Work
- Candidates must commit to 3 of 5 designated holidays
- All RTO requests must be submitted upfront
