MS/Tele RN
Lafayette, LA
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs
Referral Bonus
$2,049/weekOverview
- Start Date10/19/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (1 year)
- Skills Checklist
- Updated Resume
Description
MedTele, Post Cath, Cardiac drips
Overview
- Travel/Contract role in Lafayette, Louisiana
- Night shift: 3x12 hours, 18:45–7:15
- 13-week assignment
- Unit includes MedTele, Post Cath, and Cardiac drips
Patient Population / Clinical Focus
- Chest pain, CAD, DM, PVD, COPD exacerbation, COVID+, TIA, stroke, hypertension, Afib, Aflutter, bradycardia, tachycardia
- Rhythm management with cardiac drips not titrated for blood pressure
- Wound infection, cellulitis, GI bleed
Procedures / Unit Details
- Pre- and post-angiogram/angioplasty
- No sheath pulls
- PPM/AICD, LINQ recorder
- General surgical procedures
- EGD, colonoscopy, cholecystectomy, appendectomy
- Wound debridement
- Chest tube, central line catheter insertions, thoracentesis, paracentesis
Equipment
- Telemetry monitoring
- Chest tubes
- Wound vacs
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Louisiana
- Med Surg / Telemetry (2 years of experience)
- Med Surg / Telemetry experience within the last year
- BLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
- Experience in an Acute Care setting
- Ability to interpret and manage dysrhythmias
Preferred Qualifications
- ACLS
- NIH
Scheduling / Availability
- Must be willing to work 2 of 4 designated holiday periods annually: Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's
- May be assigned to an Emergency Team during an emergency event and expected to remain at the facility or serve on the relief team as directed by the unit manager
Employer
PRIDE Health
59 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
Pros
My recruiter, Preet, is always on top of things. She doesn't just abandon you after you start your assignment. The company overall is great to work for, offering competitive pay packages and assistance throughout the entire process.
Cons
None
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PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Health offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Pride Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Fair Chance Employment
Pride Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.
Accommodations
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.
Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.
Only applicable for Kentucky positions: For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.
About Lafayette, LA
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Lafayette, LA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Lafayette, LA is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In the summer, average highs are around 91°F, and average lows in the winter are around 44°F, making for a relatively mild climate.
- Short term rentals are easy to find in Lafayette, LA, with various options available for furnished housing.
- Lafayette is car-friendly, with a majority of residents relying on personal vehicles for transportation.
- Public transportation options are available but may not be as extensive as in larger cities.
- Lafayette has a diverse population with a mix of cultures including Cajun and Creole influences.
- The age range is varied, with a significant portion of the population falling in the young adult and middle-aged categories.
- Common health issues may include obesity and related conditions due to the rich cuisine.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in Lafayette, creating a supportive community for healthcare professionals.
- Lafayette offers a vibrant culinary scene with numerous restaurants serving Cajun cuisine.
- The city also has a thriving music and arts community, with opportunities to enjoy live music and explore local art.
- Sports enthusiasts can partake in outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and boating in the nearby natural areas.
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