Telemetry RN
Austin, TX
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$1,652/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care279 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jun 15, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 2
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Telemetry position on a 34-bed Surgical Oncology unit in Austin, TX, requiring at least 1 year of med/surg experience and working night shifts on a 13-week contract.
Details
- 34-bed unit providing medical/surgical and surgical oncology care with 24-hour cardiac telemetry monitoring
- Patient population includes young adults through geriatric patients (ages 18 and older)
- Patient ratio is 1:6
- Night shift schedule: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- Operates 7 days a week, 24 hours a day
- Every other weekend required
- No on-call required
- Staffing includes a charge nurse, 6 nurses, and 2 PCTs on nights
- Equipment used includes Welch Allyn Vital Signs monitors and GE Telemetry Monitoring systems
- EMR: MediTech
- Chemotherapy administration is performed on the unit (certification required to perform)
Requirements
- Active TX RN license or compact RN license (must be currently in hand)
- Current BLS certification (AHA or ARC accepted; must not expire within the first 30 days of the assignment start)
- Current NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required
- Minimum 1 year of recent med/surg RN experience required
- No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
- US SSN and date of birth required for consideration
- One professional reference required (two required if licensed in Florida or Missouri)
- ACLS and Chemotherapy (ONS/ONC) certification preferred
Additional Information
- Provides modified total patient care to general medical/surgical and surgical oncology patients
- Chemotherapy certification (ONS/ONC) is required to administer chemotherapy on this unit
- Navy scrubs required
- Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; local candidates are not eligible
- The unit has been recognized with 1 ICARE Award and 3 Daisy Award winners
- Outgoing, team-oriented candidates are the best cultural fit for this unit
Facility
Saint David's South Austin Medical Center
2 nurses recommend working with Saint David's South Austin Medical Center
Pros
Working at the St. David’s FSED has been great. Doctors are chill and knowledgeable, quick turnover for patients, awesome staff to work with.
Cons
Meditech. Working for HCA.
- Short Term Acute Care
- 279 beds
Employer
American Traveler
70 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
I cannot say enough great things about my recruiter. She worked tirelessly to help me secure the exact contract I was looking for and made my first travel nursing assignment a smooth and stress-free experience. She is incredibly responsive, always available to answer questions no matter the time of day, and consistently checks in to make sure everything is going well. What stands out most is how supportive, attentive, and genuine she is. She truly listens, acknowledges concerns, and goes above and beyond for her nurses. Starting my travel nursing journey with someone as dedicated and caring as her has made all the difference. I’m grateful for all of her hard work and couldn’t have asked for a better recruiter for my first assignment. Highly recommend!
Cons
None
Recommends working with American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
Austin, TX
About
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