Travel Telemetry Charge Nurse
Bakersfield, CA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Telemetry role in an acute care setting, requiring recent charge nurse experience and a current CA RN license.

Responsibilities

• Work in the telemetry unit within an acute care hospital environment
• Patient population includes those requiring cardiac monitoring and telemetry care
• Night shifts with 12-hour shifts and every other weekend required
• First to float to other units as needed
• Uses the Cerner EMR system; prior experience preferred
• Position combines clinical leadership, mentoring, and charge nurse duties
• Role blends charge nurse, clinical mentor, and on-shift leadership responsibilities
• RNs provide support for staff, facilitate safe, high-quality, and compassionate care, round on patients, and address service or safety concerns
• Three weeks of orientation provided, including one week of classroom training and two weeks of unit orientation
• Assignment involves rounding on patients and serving as a resource for clinical and interpersonal matters
• Candidate must not have had direct employment (full time, part time, or PRN) with CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity within the past year
• Relias Dysrhythmia exam and sterile technique tests may be required during orientation, with pass/fail criteria
• Holiday coverage may be required based on shift scheduling

Requirements

• Active CA RN license required at time of consideration; pending licenses not accepted
• Minimum of 3 years of RN telemetry experience required
• Must have served as charge RN in the most recent assignment
• Current AHA BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• No first-time travelers
• Copy of driver’s license required for consideration
• Two professional references required, including one from a supervisor within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, both including dates of employment and rehire eligibility

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts