Med Surg

Med/Surg RN – 12-Hour Nights | Red Bluff, CA | 13-Week Contract

This fast-paced unit provides adult and pediatric med/surg telemetry care, with an average patient length of stay of approximately 3 days. Patients move quickly through the unit, and travelers must be comfortable working at a high tempo.

Patient Population & Clinical Scope

Common diagnoses include COPD, post-op recovery, GI bleeds, OB/GYN surgeries, orthopedic conditions, sepsis, altered mental status, chest pain rule-out, stroke, cellulitis, and ETOH withdrawal. Nurses are required to titrate Heparin drips; Protonix drips may also be used. Respiratory support equipment including CPAP, BiPAP, and high-flow oxygen is utilized on the unit.

Pediatric Experience

Pediatric experience is strongly preferred. Travelers without pediatric experience will not be assigned to pediatric patients.

Schedule & Commitment

• 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Every other weekend (or 4 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule)
• Holidays rotate with permanent staff
• Guaranteed 36 hours per week
• Self-scheduling available; schedules posted 30–45 days in advance
• Standby/call requirement applies

Float & Dress Code

Floating is not required but is available to telemetry or OB for those with applicable experience. Navy blue scrubs required.

Orientation

2–3 days of unit orientation provided.

Required Certifications & Qualifications

• 2–3 years of med/surg experience required
• BLS and ACLS (AHA) required
• PALS preferred
• Telemetry experience required
• BSN not required; active CA RN license required