Telemetry

Med/Tele RN — Night Shift | Rural Community Hospital | Lufkin, TX

Contract: 13 weeks | Shift: 12-Hour Nights, 7p–7a | Start: November 30, 2026

Guaranteed Hours: 36 per week

This Med/Tele position is based in a rural community hospital that is highly experienced working with travel nurses. Leadership has been stable for years and genuinely values travelers who come ready to work hard and contribute to the community they serve. If you thrive in a close-knit, mission-driven environment, this is a strong fit.

Unit & Patient Population

• Common diagnoses include CHF, diabetes, ia, and CKD
• RNs are expected to read telemetry strips independently; monitor techs assist with ongoing surveillance
• Heparin is the only drip requiring titration
• CPAP, BiPAP, and high-flow patients are present on the unit
• PCTs are available on shift

Schedule & Requirements

• Every other weekend required; holidays required
• Block scheduling cannot be accommodated — scheduling is based on facility need
• May float to other Med/Surg units and PCU (Tele holds prior to transfer)
• 2 shadow/orientation shifts provided

Minimum Qualifications

• 18+ months of recent Med/Tele experience
• BLS (AHA) required; ACLS preferred
• Strong communication and time management skills
• Rural hospital experience preferred

Additional Details

• Scrub color: Navy blue
• No on-call or standby requirement
• Up to 4 shifts may be cancelled over a 13-week assignment