Med Surg / Telemetry RN
Oakland, CA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

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

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position requiring active CA RN license and telemetry experience.

Details

• Work in the Med/Surg Tele unit of an acute care hospital
• 1:4 patient ratio
• Day shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
• Every other weekend required
• On-call as needed
• May float to other units within scope of practice, including Ashby or Herrick campuses with shuttle service provided
• Floating notice typically given 1.5 hours prior to shift start
• Epic EMR experience preferred

Requirements

• Active CA RN license required
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 2 years of recent experience required
• Minimum 1 year of charge RN experience required
• Telemetry experience required
• EKG experience preferred
• Skilled in IV therapy, phlebotomy, central and peripheral line care, and blood product administration
• Experience with respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP, HFNC, ABG interpretation, and tracheostomy care
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and rapid response/code team protocols
• Experience managing cardiac drips, heparin protocols, and PCA
• Experience with wound care/wound vac preferred
• Experience with pre/post cardiac cath and post-MI care preferred
• Experience with pre/post hemodialysis management and renal failure care
• 2 supervisor references obtained within the past year required
• Copies of all certifications required for consideration

Additional Information

• Deliver holistic, individualized nursing care including assessment, care planning, and evaluation for acute care patients
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare team members to coordinate patient-centered care plans
• Communicate patient care plans effectively across shifts and departments
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for patients and families
• Educate patients and families on treatments and care plans using teach-back methods
• Accurately document patient care and treatment information in the EHR
• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor to newly hired staff as needed
• Must reside outside a 50-mile radius to qualify for travel rate; local candidates accepted at local rate
• Returning staff or travelers must have a minimum 1-year separation before returning
• Maximum RTO of 7 days per contract, with only 1 holiday request approved per contract
• Observed holidays include New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
• First-time travelers are not required but travel experience is not mandatory