Med Surg Telemetry RN
Oakland, CA
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 a Med/Surg Tele RN for an Orthopedics unit requiring CA RN licensure and prior ortho experience.

Details

• Acute care Med/Surg Tele unit on 5th Floor South specializing in Orthopedics
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00 to 7:00
• Every other weekend required
• On-call as needed
• 1:5 patient ratio
• May float to other units within scope of practice and occasionally to Ashby or Herrick Campus rehab units with shuttle service provided
• Floating notice typically given 1.5 hours prior to shift start
• Epic EMR experience required

Requirements

• Active CA RN license
• Current BLS certification required, ACLS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of hospital nursing experience required
• Prior Orthopedics experience required
• Experience with telemetry monitoring on the unit preferred
• Skills in IV therapy, phlebotomy, central and peripheral line care, wound care, and respiratory support (BiPAP/CPAP, chest tubes, oxygen administration)
• Experience managing GI, GU/renal, and neurological patient needs such as colostomy care, CBI, and CVA management
• Experience administering medications including Heparin, Insulin, and PCA
• Proficiency in isolation precautions and PPE use
• Two supervisor references obtained within the past year required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care including assessment, care planning, and evaluation for Med/Surg Tele patients
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare team members to coordinate patient-centered care
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and transitions of care
• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor to new staff as needed
• Document patient care accurately in the EHR
• Maintain a safe, compassionate, and compliant care environment per hospital and regulatory standards
• Holiday coverage required for one of the following: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, or Christmas Day
• Maximum RTO of 7 days per contract, with only one holiday request approved
• Local candidates accepted within a 50-mile radius at the local rate
• Returning travelers must have a minimum 1-year separation before reapplying
• First-time travelers may be considered if they meet the 2-year hospital experience requirement