Med Surg / Telemetry RN
Alexandria, LA
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,066/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted.
Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position.
Job Title
Travel RN – Med/Surg Telemetry (Night Shift)
Location
Alexandria, LA | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | 13 Weeks | Nights, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care on a 36-bed Renal Telemetry Med/Surg unit with a 6:1 patient ratio
- Perform telemetry monitoring and rhythm interpretation for patients requiring cardiac surveillance
- Coordinate dialysis scheduling and conduct post-dialysis assessments for patients with acute and chronic kidney disease
- Administer IV therapy, medications, and blood products; manage central line care and maintenance
- Perform wound care management and enteral feeding management using pumps and supportive equipment
- May float to other Medical-Surgical units based on staffing and patient care needs
Required Qualifications
- Current, active RN license (must be valid for practice in Louisiana)
- BLS certification required
- Minimum 1 year of Medical-Surgical nursing experience
- Demonstrated ability to care for telemetry patients
- Strong assessment, critical thinking, and prioritization skills
- Experience managing patients with multiple chronic conditions
- Must live at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Dedicated telemetry unit experience
- Renal or dialysis patient care experience
- ACLS certification
- Familiarity with Meditech EMR
Why Join Us
- Work in a well-equipped unit utilizing telemetry monitoring systems, Bipap, Vapotherm, bladder scanners, and enteral feeding pumps in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment
- 13-week travel assignment with a projected start date of November 2026 — an excellent opportunity to expand your Med/Surg Telemetry expertise in a dynamic acute care setting
Employer
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Recognized by both RNVIP and AlliedVIP as a Top Agency for 2024 and 2025, Concentric Healthcare Staffing continues to set the standard for transparency, education, and partnership in healthcare staffing. Concentric connects nursing, allied, therapy, and behavioral health professionals to rewarding travel and PRN opportunities across the country, building experiences rooted in clarity and trust.
The company believes healthcare professionals deserve more than job listings; they deserve insight. Recruiters act as consultants who explain market trends, pay structures, and facility expectations so every clinician understands the “why” behind each opportunity. This educational approach empowers travelers and PRN staff to make decisions that align with their personal goals and professional growth.
Concentric offers both travel contracts and per diem (PRN) staffing, giving healthcare professionals flexibility and facilities dependable coverage. With dedicated Travel Nursing, Allied and Therapy, and Per Diem Divisions, the team provides specialized support tailored to each discipline.
Concentric measures success by the confidence and satisfaction of the professionals it serves. Whether guiding a nurse to their next adventure, an allied clinician seeking balance, or a behavioral health professional choosing flexible PRN work, Concentric’s mission remains clear: to support, educate, and empower those who care for others
About Alexandria, LA
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Alexandria, LA here's what you should know:- Below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
- Summer average high of 93°F and low of 72°F.
- Winter average high of 60°F and low of 40°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms.
- Car friendliness is high, as the city is designed for driving.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Diverse community with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include obesity and heart disease.
- A growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities.
- Plenty of local restaurants offering southern cuisine, vibrant art scene, live music venues, opportunities for outdoor activities like hiking and fishing.
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