Travel
Telemetry
Bakersfield, CA
Telemetry RN — Travel Contract | Bakersfield, CA
13-Week Contract | 12-Hour Days | 36 Guaranteed Hours/Week
This telemetry unit manages a diverse, high-acuity patient population including post-pacer patients, new-onset atrial fibrillation, RVR, step-down from ICU, hemodialysis, urology (cystoscopy), oncology patients with cardiac monitoring needs, strokes, TBI, sepsis, and complex patients transitioning from skilled nursing facilities. Expect PEG tube management, wound care, and a significant proportion of medically complex admissions.
Shift Details
- 12-hour days, 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
- Every other weekend required (4 shifts per 4-week schedule; days: Sat/Sun)
- Holiday rotation applies: 1 major and 1 minor holiday expected
- Travelers are first to float — possible float to med/surg and ICU tele/med-surg hold areas
- Must be available to report within 30 minutes if placed on standby/call
Required Certifications
- BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
- Must be able to independently read and interpret all cardiac rhythms
Unit Support
- Respiratory therapy available 24/7 (manages CPAP/BiPAP)
- Pharmacy support 24/7
- Nurse aides on all shifts
- Hospitalist/intensivist in-house; on-call after hours
- Orientation: 1–2 preceptor shifts
Additional Details
- Scrub color: Navy blue (jacket and undershirt must also be navy, white, or black)
- Block scheduling considered based on unit needs; not guaranteed
- Cancellation policy: up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment
- BSN not required; active RN license required for submission