Travel Med-Surg Telemetry Charge Nurse - $2,667 per week

American Traveler; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) Plan

Weekly payroll deposit

Free online CEUs

Travel and licensure reimbursements

Non-taxed per diem & subsidy

Traveler rewards & discounts

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for Telemetry on a night shift in Bakersfield, CA. This travel assignment is 36 hours per week on 12-hour nights.

Requires CA RN license, 3+ years of RN experience with prior charge nurse exposure, and current BLS/ACLS/NIHSS certifications. Orientation and travel reimbursements provided, with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Active California RN license required at time of consideration.
• Minimum of 3 years RN experience, including prior charge nurse experience.
• Current AHA certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS.
• Previous telemetry and med surg experience required.
• Two professional references: supervisor within 12 months and peer within 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 27-bed telemetry unit within an acute care setting.
• Maintain nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:5 for med surg and 1:4 for chemo/tele patients.
• Night shifts with 12-hour shifts; work every other weekend.
• Float to other med surg units as needed; remote telemetry monitoring supported by techs.
• Role includes charge nurse, mentorship, and on-shift leadership duties.

Skills

Telemetry experience

Charge nurse experience

Clinical mentorship

Education

CA RN license

BLS

ACLS

NIHSS

Job description

Travel Med-Surg Telemetry Charge Nurse - $2,667 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Bakersfield, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Telemetry
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 16 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Telemetry unit night shift with a current CA RN license and recent charge nurse experience.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 27-bed telemetry unit within an acute care setting
• Patient population includes med surg, GYN, post-op, oncology (history of, not active chemo), appy, chole, some spine and joint cases, and patients over age 15; no acute strokes, no acute cardiac, no drips, no vents
• Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:5 for med surg and 1:4 for chemo/tele patients
• Night shifts with 12-hour shifts, required to work every other weekend
• First to float to other med surg units as needed
• Remote telemetry monitoring supported by monitor techs
• Cerner is the charting system used
• Role includes a blend of charge nurse, clinical mentorship, and management responsibilities with on-shift leadership duties
• No first-time travelers considered for this assignment
• Three weeks of orientation provided, including classroom and unit orientation
• Must wear navy scrubs
• Required to cover two major holidays and one minor holiday
• If placed on standby, must be able to report within 30 minutes
• Support resources include two nurse aides per shift, resource nurse, PICC and midline teams, hospitalist, RT, and pharmacy all available 24/7
• Candidates must not have been directly employed by any facilities associated with CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity within the past year

Requirements

• Active CA RN license required at time of consideration
• Minimum of 3 years RN experience, including prior charge nurse experience in most recent assignment
• Current AHA certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Previous telemetry and med surg experience required
• Must provide two professional references: one supervisor within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor within the last three years
• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-634282. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Telemetry

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.