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Med/Tele RN
Lufkin, Texas
CHI Saint Luke's Health Memorial Lufkin

$1,517-1,936/week
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Med/Tele -K5 RN

Overview

  • 24-bed Med/Tele unit
  • 6/1 ratio
  • 12-hour night shifts
  • 36 hours per week
  • Every other weekend required
  • Holidays are required
  • First to float to all Med/Surg units; may also float to PCU to care for Tele holds prior to transfer

Required Qualifications

  • RN license
  • BLS certification
  • Must be able to read strips
  • Must have great communication and time management skills

Unit Details

  • Common patient types include CHF, diabetes, PNA, CKD, and med/surg tele
  • Tele monitor techs monitor patients on the unit
  • PCTs are present at 12/1
  • CPAP, BiPAP, and high flow patients are on the unit
  • Charge Nurse, House Supervisors, and Nurse Educators are available
  • Unit orientation is completed
  • Navy blue scrubs

Scheduling Notes

  • Schedule is set by the manager
  • Block scheduling cannot be guaranteed
  • Must work the schedule given

Facility

CHI Saint Luke's Health Memorial Lufkin

CHI Saint Luke's Health Memorial Lufkin
DetailsVerification data is contributed by healthcare professionals like you, who leave reviews on Vivian.
  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 184 beds
ADDRESS1201 West Frank AvenueLufkin, TX 75904
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About Lufkin, TX

As a Travel Med Surg/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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