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Med-Surg Telemetry RN
Lufkin, Texas
CHI Saint Luke's Health Memorial Lufkin

$1,635-2,054/week

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Job info

Job Opportunity: Med/Tele - K5 Nurse

Location: Lufkin, Texas
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Information

Unit Type: Medical/Surgical Telemetry
Number of Beds: 24
Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:6
Patient Types: CHF, diabetes, pneumonia (PNA), chronic kidney disease (CKD), medical/surgical telemetry patients
Respiratory Equipment: CPAP, BiPAP, high flow oxygen patients

Requirements & Skills

Specialty: Med/Tele nursing
Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated (default to standard for Med/Tele roles)
Certifications: BLS required
Skills: Great communication and time management
Ability to read telemetry strips (tele monitor techs monitor patients, but RNs must read strips)
Must be able to titrate drips if required (not specified as required here)

Scheduling & Work Conditions

Shift Length: 12-hour shifts
Scheduling: Managed by manager, block scheduling not guaranteed
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend required
Holiday Requirement: Holidays required
Floating: Will float to all med/surg units
Dress Code: Navy blue scrubs

Orientation & Support

Unit/Department Orientation provided (Kurth Tower med/surg tele orientation)
Charge Nurse, House Supervisors, and Nurse Educators available for support
Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) present with a ratio of 1:12

Additional Notes

Transitioned to VIC (Virtual Integrated Care nursing model)
Must work the schedule assigned by management

Prior travel experience: Not specified as required.

Facility

CHI Saint Luke's Health Memorial Lufkin

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Short Term Acute Care
184 beds

ADDRESS1201 West Frank AvenueLufkin, TX 75904

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About Lufkin, TX

As a Travel Telemetry Nurse in Lufkin, TX here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

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.

Weather

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.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Lufkin, with options ranging from apartments to single-family homes.

Transportation

Lufkin is car-friendly, and most residents rely on personal vehicles for transportation.
Public transportation options are limited.

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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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