Telemetry

Medical-Surgical Telemetry | Night Shift | Bakersfield, CA

13-Week Contract | 36 Hours Guaranteed per Week

This fast-paced Med-Surg Telemetry unit manages a diverse patient population including acute and chronic medical conditions, cardiac telemetry, stroke, forensic, COVID, and potential post-operative cases. Non-titratable drips are in use; RNs must be able to read and interpret cardiac rhythms independently.

Shift & Schedule

• 12-hour nights: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
• Every other weekend required (nights: Friday/Saturday)
• 4 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule
• Minimum 1 major and 1 minor holiday
• Shift huddles at 0700 and 1900

Required Certifications

• BLS (AHA)
• ACLS (AHA or APEX)
• NIHSS

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of RN experience
• Strong cardiac rhythm interpretation skills
• Prior Med-Surg or Telemetry experience preferred

Clinical Details

• Respiratory support includes CPAP and BiPAP (per RT/MD order); no ventilators
• Set-rate drips in use; no titration required
• CNAs assigned based on census
• House supervisor on-site 24/7; charge and break nurse coverage each shift
• 1–2 shift orientation with preceptor

Float Requirements

• Travelers are first to float
• May float to other Med-Surg/Telemetry units, ICU (for MST patients), or ED (for MST holds) at a nearby facility approximately 6.5 miles away

Dress Code

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

Additional Expectations

Strict attendance and punctuality are required. Staff uphold evidence-based practices including bedside shift report, intentional hourly rounding, and patient medication education.