Travel Telemetry Registered Nurse - $2,499 per week

American Traveler, LLC.; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance -Day

401(k) Plan

Travel and Licensure Reimbursements

Free Online CEUs

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Travel RN for Telemetry in Bakersfield, California. Requires a CA RN license and proficiency with cardiac rhythm interpretation.

Shift: 12 hours days; 36 hours per week; 13-week assignment with 4 weekend shifts in a 4-week cycle. Travel, licensure reimbursement, and benefits included.

Qualifications

• Must have CA RN license and be able to interpret cardiac rhythms.
• Minimum 2 years’ telemetry or acute care experience.
• ACLS, BLS, NIHSS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Operate in a 32-bed telemetry unit with private rooms in an acute care setting.
• Interpret cardiac rhythms using GE monitors and provide patient teaching.
• Maintain nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:4 telemetry and 1:5 MedSurg.
• Float to nearby Tele MS units, ICU Tele, and ER as needed.

Skills

Telemetry nursing

Cardiac rhythm interpretation

ACLS/BLS/NIHSS

Education

CA RN license or actively licensed

Tools

Cerner EMR

Job description

Travel Telemetry Registered Nurse - $2,499 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: 01/20/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Telemetry unit position in California, requiring a current CA RN license and proficiency with cardiac rhythm interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 32-bed private room telemetry unit within an acute care setting
• Patient population includes acute and chronic medical, post-surgical (bariatric, total joints), urology, GYN, podiatry, general surgery, stroke, and oncology cases
• Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:4 for telemetry and 1:5 for MedSurg patients; ratios remain 1:4 for mixed teams
• RNs must be able to read and interpret all cardiac rhythms using GE monitors
• Shifts are 12 hours, day shift (7:00am-7:30pm), with 4 weekend shifts in a 4-week schedule
• Travelers are the first to float and may be floated to nearby MS Tele units, ICU for Tele patients, and ER for holds
• Cerner EMR is used, with experience preferred but not required
• On standby for low census with a 30-minute response time when called in
• No call requirement; must attend shift huddles at 7:00am and 7:00pm
• Orientation includes 1-2 shifts with a preceptor
• Duties include medication teaching, intentional hourly rounding, and bedside shift reporting
• Strict policy on attendance and punctuality
• Navy blue scrubs are required; undershirts must be navy, white, or black, and jackets must be navy
• Team structure includes CNAs based on census, 24/7 house supervisor, nurse manager, charge nurse, and break nurse support
• No titration of drips; common set-rate infusions include Cardizem, Amiodarone, and Heparin
• Must cover at least one major and one minor holiday during assignment
• Must not have been employed by the facility or its affiliates within the past year in a direct role

Requirements

• Active CA RN license required at time of consideration; pending licenses are not accepted
• Minimum of 2 years’ recent RN experience in a telemetry or similar acute care setting
• Current ACLS, BLS (AHA), and NIHSS certifications are required
• Ability to read and interpret cardiac rhythms is mandatory
• Previous Cerner EMR experience preferred
• Must be comfortable caring for post-surgical, stroke, and oncology patients
• Copy of driver’s license required for consideration
• Two professional references required: one supervisor reference from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor reference from 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-648570. 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.