Registered Nurse

Neuro Telemetry RN — Night Shift | Lubbock, TX | 13-Week Contract

This neuro telemetry unit manages a diverse, high-acuity neurological and neurosurgical patient population in a fast-paced, team-driven environment. First-year travelers are welcome.

Shift & Schedule

• Nights: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM | 3x12-hour shifts
• 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule period
• No on-call required
• Float between units/sister facilities may be required; refusal may result in termination of assignment

Patient Population & Clinical Scope

• TIA/stroke patients within a comprehensive stroke center
• Neurosurgical patients: ACDF, TLIF, XLIF, craniotomy, subdural hematoma
• Dedicated epilepsy monitoring beds with continuous EEG observation
• Post-TPA care, intracranial bleeds, spinal cord injury, seizure disorders, substance withdrawal
• Interdisciplinary support includes physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, respiratory services, and rapid response teams

Required Skills & Certifications

• Minimum 1 year of RN experience
• BLS required
• Competency in telemetry interpretation and dysrhythmia management, peripheral line care, non-invasive airway management, and isolation precautions
• Neuro stepdown and neurosurgical experience strongly preferred

Licensure

• Compact license must be in hand at time of submission
• Candidates within 50 miles of the facility are accepted under local guidelines

Dress Code

• Solid navy blue scrubs (licensed nursing staff); colored piping on tops is permitted; print tops not accepted

Additional Details

• Orientation: 12 hours
• Holiday commitment: Must work 3 of 5 designated holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
• All RTO requests must be submitted upfront at time of submittal
• 2 professional references required (covering the past 3 years)