Travel Tele RN - $2,380 per week

Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Redding, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/17/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Registered Nurse (RN)

Unit Overview

This unit specializes in Telemetry and has 22 beds, focusing on patients with conditions such as stroke, TIA, seizure, TBI, and mixed medical telemetry.

Certifications Required

• ACLS
• BLS
• NIHSS

Patient Ratios

The nurse-to-patient ratio is 1 to 3-4.

Electronic Medical Record (EMR) System

The unit utilizes Cerner for electronic documentation.

Experience and Qualifications

Candidates should possess 2-3 years of experience in a similar specialty. First-time travelers are welcome to apply.

Medication Management

Nurses are not required to titrate drips. Common titratable and set rate drips include:

• Heparin gtt
• Amiodarone gtt
• Cardizem gtt
• DKA set rate or protocol

Telemetry Monitoring

The unit is equipped with GE Apex Telemetry boxes and features Central Telemetry Monitoring with the support of 2 Monitor Techs. Nurses must be able to read and interpret telemetry strips and pass a dysrhythmia exam.

Staffing Structure

• One Nurse Shift Manager
• One Resource/Break RN (they do not take patient assignments)
• 1-2 Unit Aides available

Respiratory Therapy Equipment

The unit provides Bipap, Cpap, and High-Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC) support. Ventilator support is not available.

Shifts and Scheduling

Shifts are 12 hours long, running from 6:45 AM to 7:15 PM. Schedules are typically created three weeks in advance, with self-scheduling based on seniority. Shift trading is available; however, block scheduling is not offered.

Weekend and Holiday Requirements

Nurses are required to work 4 weekend shifts within a 4-week schedule. Weekend shifts are as follows:

• Days: Saturday/Sunday
• Nights: Friday/Saturday

Holiday shifts are incorporated into the permanent staff rotation.

Call and Floating Requirements

There is no call or standby requirement. Nurses may be required to float to the Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) or Med/Surg Departments as needed.

Uniforms and Orientation

The dress code includes navy scrubs, which are not provided. New hires will undergo a unit-specific orientation for one shift.

Work Environment

This is a busy unit, frequently operating at full capacity with 22 patients. The staff emphasizes Bedside Shift Report, focusing on enhancing Patient Experience, HCAHPS scores, and adhering to core measures, especially stroke protocols. Candidates should be motivated and team-oriented, aligning with the unit's mission and values.

Thrive Staffing Job ID # . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN:Telemetry,19:00:00-07:00:00

About Thrive Staffing

At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.