Med Surg Telemetry RN
Houma, LA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Dec 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Med/Surg Tele position requiring a compact or LA license and 2 years of specialty experience.

Details

• MS/Tele unit within a hospital setting
• Patient ratio of 1:5
• Night shift, 3x12 hours (18:45-7:15)
• 13-week assignment
• Every other weekend required
• No floating required
• No call-in requirement
• Epic charting system experience preferred

Requirements

• Active RN license (Compact or LA) in hand upon application
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and CPI
• PALS certification preferred, especially for pediatric patient assignments
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Med/Surg Tele specialty required
• Teaching hospital and community hospital experience preferred
• Skilled in IV therapy, phlebotomy, and line management
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, and telemetry
• Experience managing respiratory conditions including BiPAP/CPAP and tracheostomy care preferred
• Experience with renal, neurological, and substance withdrawal patient care
• Driver's license required for consideration
• Up-to-date NURSYS report required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care including cardiac monitoring, wound care, and medication administration per protocols
• May be assigned to an emergency response team during facility emergency events, with expectation to remain onsite or serve as relief staff
• Holiday availability required for 2 of 4 designated holiday periods: Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's, and Mardi Gras
• Orientation held five days a week
• Two Manager/Supervisor references required prior to start (Charge RN references not accepted)
• RTO must be disclosed and discussed during interview to avoid offer rescindment
• Candidates must reside more than 65 miles from the facility; local candidates not accepted
• Previous Ochsner Health permanent staff or in-house agency contractors must have a 1-year separation before returning as a travel candidate
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply