Telemetry

Med-Surg / Telemetry — Night Shift | Fredericksburg, TX

This 13-week contract places you on a medical-surgical unit caring for telemetry-monitored and post-operative patients. The night shift runs 19:00–07:00, with 36 guaranteed hours per week.

Clinical Scope

The unit manages a diverse adult population requiring telemetry monitoring, post-op recovery, wound care, and continuous bladder irrigation. Common procedures include cardiac and heparin drip management, phototherapy, IV starts, NGT insertion, foley care, and daily weights/intake-output monitoring. Nurses independently manage their own admissions and discharges.

Required Skills

• Telemetry experience — required
• Post-operative care experience — required
• 2+ years of RN experience — preferred
• PALS and NIH stroke certification — preferred

Required Certifications

• BLS
• ACLS

Scheduling

• Night shift: 19:00–07:00 (12-hour shifts)
• Every-other-weekend commitment required (minimum 2 weekends per 4-week schedule)
• Holidays required
• All RTO must be pre-approved

Float & Additional Details

• May float to ICU for Med-Surg overflow coverage
• Dress code: Navy blue scrubs
• Ideal candidate is self-motivated, takes initiative, and thrives in a team-oriented environment

Contract Details

• Duration: 13 weeks
• Guaranteed hours: 36/week
• Start date: September 25, 2026