Telemetry

Telemetry RN – Night Shift | Redding, CA

13-Week Contract | Nights | 36 Guaranteed Hours/Week

This fast-paced telemetry unit focuses on neurological and cardiac-medical patients, including those with stroke, TIA, seizure, and TBI diagnoses alongside a mixed medical telemetry population. The unit operates at or near full capacity, with a strong emphasis on stroke core measures, bedside shift report, and patient experience.

Shift & Schedule

• 12-hour nights, 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
• Every other weekend; weekend requirement is 4 shifts per 4-week schedule (Fri/Sat for nights)
• Self-scheduling by seniority; schedules posted ~3 weeks in advance; shift trades allowed
• No block scheduling; no on-call requirement

Clinical Expectations

• Manage neurological/cardiac-medical patients at high acuity
• Read and interpret telemetry strips independently; must pass a dysrhythmia exam prior to starting
• Familiarity with Heparin, Amiodarone, Cardizem, and DKA drips (titration not required)
• Respiratory support includes BiPAP, CPAP, and high-flow nasal cannula — no vents
• Float to IMCU or Med/Surg as needed

Team Structure

• Nurse Shift Manager and Resource/Break RN on each shift (neither takes patient assignments)
• 1–2 unit aides; central telemetry monitoring with dedicated monitor techs
• One shift of unit-specific orientation

Requirements

• 2–3 years of telemetry or similar specialty experience preferred; first-time travelers considered
• Active RN license (CA or compact)
• ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• COVID vaccination required
• Navy scrubs

This unit is traveler-friendly and values clinicians who are self-motivated, team-oriented, and genuinely invested in quality patient outcomes.