Med Surg Tele

Travel RN – Med/Surg Telemetry | Los Angeles, CA

26-Week Contract | Day Shift (7:00 AM – 7:30 PM)

This telemetry unit manages a diverse patient population ranging from adolescents to geriatrics, with a clinical focus on cardiac monitoring, respiratory support, and complex medical-surgical care. The unit includes chronic ventilator patients, requiring strong vent management experience.

Shift & Scheduling

• Days, 3×12-hour shifts (07:00–19:30)
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirement
• Scrubs: Royal Blue

Clinical Scope

• Continuous cardiac monitoring (bedside and remote); rhythm interpretation and dysrhythmia management
• Pre/post care for cardiac cath, angiogram, MI, and cardiac surgery patients
• Management of cardiac and vasoactive drips (no titration)
• Heparin protocols; central line, PICC, and peripheral IV care
• Blood product administration
• Tracheostomy management, chest tube care, BiPAP/CPAP, HFNC
• Care of chronic/long-term ventilated patients
• Float coverage to Med/Surg and other telemetry units required

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of Telemetry RN experience
• Active California RN license required at time of submission
• ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Must pass an advanced EKG exam (onsite, 80% minimum; two attempts allowed) — failure results in cancellation
• Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions accepted)
• COVID-19 vaccine not required
• Clean license history required; no background, license, or disciplinary findings accepted
• First-time travelers welcome

Pre-Start

Completion of required clinical and non-clinical modules prior to assignment start. This is a smoke/nicotine-free facility.