Telemetry

Telemetry / Medical-Surgical Unit | Nights | Bakersfield, CA | 13-Week Contract

This fast-paced telemetry unit cares for a high-acuity mix of cardiac telemetry, stroke, acute/chronic medical, forensic, COVID, and potential post-operative patients. The unit runs set-rate drips (Cardizem, Amiodarone, and Heparin) but does not require titration. Respiratory support includes CPAP and BiPAP; no ventilator management.

Shift & Schedule

• 12-hour nights: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
• Every other weekend (Fri/Sat nights)
• 4 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule
• 1 major and 1 minor holiday required
• No on-call requirement; low-census standby possible (30-minute response time if called in)

Float Requirements

• Travelers are first to float
• May float to other MS/Telemetry units, the ICU (for MS/Tele patients), or the ED (for MS/Tele holds)

Required Certifications & Experience

• BLS and ACLS (AHA)
• NIHSS (AHA or APEX)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience
• Must independently read and interpret cardiac rhythms
• BSN not required; active CA RN license required

Supervision & Support

• House supervisor in-house 24/7; Charge Nurse and Break Nurse each shift
• CNAs staffed based on census
• 1–2 shift preceptored orientation

Dress Code

• Navy blue scrubs; undershirts and jackets must be navy, white, or black — no hoodies or sweatshirts

What to Know

Evidence-based practice is a priority: bedside shift report, intentional hourly rounding, and patient medication teaching are expected on every shift. The team is warm and welcoming, and punctuality and attendance are strictly enforced.

Guaranteed Hours: 36 per week