Med/Tele RN
Lufkin, TX
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Days
$1,679/weekOverview
- Start Date08/31/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care184 beds
Pay
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (2 years)
- State license license in Texas
Description
Job Title
RN (Registered Nurse), Telemetry
City/State: Lufkin, Texas
Shift: 12H Days 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM; Every Other Weekend
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Start Date: 08/31/2026
Job Description:
Registered Nurse needed for telemetry unit in a rural hospital setting. The role requires a team player committed to providing quality care for the community. Experience in Med/Tele is essential, with a focus on conditions such as CHF, diabetes, pneumonia, and CKD. The position involves reading tele strips and administering Heparin drips.
Responsibilities:
- Provide patient care in the telemetry unit.
- Read and interpret telemetry strips.
- Administer and titrate Heparin drips.
- Float to all med/surg units as needed.
Requirements:
- BLS and ACLS certifications required.
- Minimum 18 months of recent Med/Tele experience.
- Rural hospital experience preferred.
- Ability to work all scheduled shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Facility
CHI Saint Luke's Health Memorial Lufkin

- Short Term Acute Care
- 184 beds
Employer
Thrive Staffing
At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.
About Lufkin, TX
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Lufkin, TX here's what you should know:- Lufkin's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 93°F, and average lows are around 72°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 59°F, and average lows are around 38°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Lufkin, with options ranging from apartments to single-family homes.
- Lufkin is car-friendly, and most residents rely on personal vehicles for transportation.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Lufkin has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and diabetes.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities.
- Lufkin offers a variety of restaurants serving Southern cuisine, as well as options for art and music enthusiasts.
- Sports and outdoor activities are popular, with opportunities for hiking, fishing, and boating in the nearby area.
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