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Position: Telemetry Nurse for a travel contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Location: Bakersfield, CA
Unit: 4W Telemetry
Beds: 31 (11 private, 10 semi-private)
Shift Length: 12-hour shifts (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM)
Shift Scheduling: Block scheduling allowed if unit needs are met (not guaranteed)
Weekend Requirement: 4 shifts per 4-week schedule
- Night weekends: Friday/Saturday
- Day weekends: Saturday/Sunday
Holiday Requirement: Participate in permanent staff holiday rotation (1 major, 1 minor holiday)

Minimum 2 full years of Telemetry nursing experience
Active California RN License
Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
Must be able to read and interpret all cardiac rhythms on Phillips telemetry monitors

Common diagnoses: post pacemaker, hemodialysis, new onset atrial fibrillation or rapid ventricular response, stroke, traumatic brain injury, sepsis, patients with bedsores, PEG tubes, oncology patients with cardiac issues, urology patients (cystoscopy), some correctional patients (federal), and stepdown from ICU
No cardiac surgical patients
Some patients from nursing homes (~1/3)
Occasional orthopedic patients (rare)
Ventilator support: CPAP or BiPAP (per respiratory therapist)
No IV team on unit
Respiratory Therapy available 24/7
Hospitalist or Intensivist on call after hours
Pharmacy available 24/7 with Omnicell system

Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:4
Charge Nurse: Shift Manager and Resource Nurse
Nurse Aides: 2 on day shifts, 1 on night shifts
Floating: Travelers are first to float; may float between MedSurg units, ICU tele, or ER holds within the same license group
Orientation: 1-2 shifts with a preceptor, floor-specific

Scrub color: Navy blue scrubs required; scrub jackets must be navy; undershirts must be navy, white, or black
Call requirements: Must report within 30 minutes if placed on standby or call
Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Cerner
Strong charge/precepting RN preferred

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ADDRESS2215 Truxtun AvenueBakersfield, CA 93301

Cost of Living

Bakersfield'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.

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Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are easy to find in Bakersfield, with many options available for furnished housing.

Transportation

Bakersfield is car-friendly, with a majority of residents relying on personal vehicles.
Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.

Demographics

Bakersfield has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to air quality concerns.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Bakersfield offers a variety of restaurants featuring local and international cuisines.
The city has a vibrant arts and music scene, with opportunities to enjoy live performances.
Sports enthusiasts can partake in local events and outdoor activities such as hiking and biking.

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