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Telemetry Nurse (4W) - Bakersfield, California

Job Overview

Position: Telemetry Nurse for a travel contract
Location: Bakersfield, CA
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Unit: 4W Telemetry
Bed Count: 31 beds (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 weekend shifts: Friday/Saturday
- Day weekend shifts: Saturday/Sunday
Holiday Requirement: Participate in permanent staff holiday rotation (1 major and 1 minor holiday)

Qualifications

Minimum 2 full years of telemetry nursing experience
Active licenses and certifications required:
- California RN License
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
- NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)

Patient Population & Care

Common diagnoses:
- Post pacemaker patients
- Hemodialysis patients
- New onset atrial fibrillation (Afib) or rapid ventricular response (RVR)
- Stepdown patients from ICU
- Surgical patients (non-cardiac)
- Urology patients (e.g., cystoscopy)
- Oncology patients with cardiac monitoring needs
- Some correctional patients (federal)
- Stroke, traumatic brain injury (TBI), sepsis, patients with bedsores, PEG tubes
- Approximately one-third of patients come from nursing homes
No cardiac surgical patients

Unit Environment & Support

Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:4
Nurse aides: 2 on day shift, 1 on night shift
Charge Nurse: Shift Manager and Resource Nurse available
EMR system: Cerner
Telemetry equipment: Phillips monitors; must be able to read and interpret all cardiac rhythms
Respiratory Therapy: CPAP or BiPAP as ordered by RT; RT available 24/7
Hospitalist or Intensivist: On-call after hours
IV Team: Not available
Pharmacy: 24/7 with Omnicell access
Call Requirements: Must report within 30 minutes if placed on standby or call

Orientation & Floating

Orientation: 1-2 shifts with a preceptor on the floor
Floating: Travelers are first to float; may float between Medical-Surgical units (MSW & MHB), ICU telemetry holds, or ER holds

Dress Code

Scrub color: Navy blue
Scrub jackets must be navy
Undershirts under scrubs must be navy, white, or black

This position is ideal for experienced telemetry nurses comfortable with a diverse patient population and flexible with floating and weekend/holiday shifts.

Facility

Mercy Hospital Downtown

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Short Term Acute Care
222 beds

ADDRESS2215 Truxtun AvenueBakersfield, CA 93301

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About Bakersfield, CA

As a Travel Telemetry Nurse in Bakersfield, CA here's what you should know:

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.

Weather

Summer average highs are around 95°F, and winter average lows are around 39°F.

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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