Travel RN Med Telemetry/Cardiac Unit - $1,867 per week

Prime Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Lafayette, Louisiana.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/27/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

ID: 63694515 Shift: Night 3x12-Hour (18:45 - 07:15) Description: Please ensure traveler is aware of the following: Upon accepting an assignment and starting your role, your unit manager may assign you to an "Emergency Team" where there will be an expectation to stay at the facility until after the event passes or be part of the relief team. Specific details pertaining to pay will be relayed on each emergency event, as impacts vary.By signing your travel contract to take a position with Ochsner Health, you accept the above and will report as assigned by your immediate unit manager if an emergency event were to occur. You should not apply for a role at Ochsner Health if you are not comfortable with the above.--------------------------------------------MedTele, Post Cath, Cardiac dripsPatient Diagnoses:Chest pain, CAD, DM, PVD, COPD exac, COVID+, TIA, stroke, Htn, Afib, Aflutter, Bradycardia, Tachycardia, rhythm management with cardiac drips not titrated for blood pressure, wound infection, cellulitis, GI bleedSpecial Procedures/Unit Details:Pre & post angiogram/angioplasty- no sheath pulls, PPM/AICD, LINQ recorder, general surgical procedures, EGD, colonoscopy, cholecystectomy, appendectomy, wound debridement, Chest tube, central line catheter insertions, thoracentesis, paracentesisSpecial Equipment:Telemetry monitoring, chest tubes, wound vacsRequirements:BLSTelemetry experienceAbility to interpret and manage dysrhythmias2 years of acute care experienceUnit accepts first time travelersPreferred:ACLS, NIH Modified Time:7/27/2026 12:00:00 AM Account Manager: Ashley Belarmino Account Manager Email: COVID-19 Vaccine: Required - Medical/Religious Exemptions Only Flu Vaccine: Required - Medical/Religious Exemptions Only Submittals:High Job Requirements & Qualifications Previous Charge Experience : - Years of Experience : 2 Patient Ratio Experience : Charting System Experience : Preferred Charting System Name : Epic Community Hospital Experience : - LTAC Experience : - Trauma Level I Experience : - Trauma Level II Experience : - Travel Experience Required : - Certifications : ACLS*, BLS, NIHSS*Skills : Blood Product Administration, Cardiac Telemetry, Central line care/management, Chest tubes-Emerson/PleurEvac, CVA (Cerebrovascular Accident), Feeding tube care and management*, Interpretation of dysrhythmias, Isolation Precautions/PPE, IV insulin protocols, Manage Cardiac drips- no titration, Manage Vasoactive drips-no titration, Management of dysrhythmias, Nasal Cannula, Non-invasive airway management*, Oxygen administration, Peripheral Line Care/Management, PICC line management, Post Cardiac Angiogram, Pre/Post Cardiac Cath, Procedural Sedation Administration/Monitoring*, Starting and maintaining IVs, Telemetry, Titrate Cardiac drips*, Titrate Vasoactive drips*, Titration of Insulin drips* Unit Details Staffing & Scheduling Scheduling Type : Other Patient Ratios Days : 6 Patient Ratios Nights : 6 Patient Ratios Weekends : 6 Float Required : agency first pull; may be floated to sister facility Call Required : - Weekend Coverage : True Number of Weekend Shifts Per Contract : - Pre-Approved Time Off : two Orientation Hours : 12 Facility & Patient Care Details Patient Age Groups : Adults, Geriatrics Daily Census : 24 Number of Visits Per Day : - Number of Rooms : 24 Number of Beds : 24 Additional Unit Information Interdisciplinary Support : Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Interpretation Services, Phlebotomy, Radiology, Social Services, Rapid Response Teams, Pharmacy, Transportation, Unit Secretary Patient Diagnoses : Chest pain, CAD, DM, PVD, COPD exac, COVID+, TIA, stroke, Htn, Afib, Aflutter, Bradycardia, Tachycardia, rhythm management with cardiac drips not titrated for blood pressure, wound infection, cellulitis, GI bleed Special Procedures/Unit Details : Pre & post angiogram/angioplasty- no sheath pulls, PPM/AICD, LINQ recorder, general surgical procedures, EGD, colonoscopy, cholecystectomy, appendectomy, wound debridement, Chest tube, central line catheter insertions, thoracentesis, paracentesis Special Equipment : Telemetry monitoring, chest tubes, wound vacs #Tier2 Travel Compliance Facility does not accept local travelers. Must be over 65 miles (address on drivers license to site address) Must have 2 years experience in specialty for all locations. (New Orleans operating room req. 3 years) **NO CALL IN!** RTO must be on profile and brought up in the interview or there is a high chance offer's will be rescinded. Compact or LA license in hand upon submittal Allied Candidates booked with pending license - Candidate must apply for Allied Health licensure within 72 hours of signing Orientation held 5 days a week References: Not required for submission, however 2 Manager/Supervisor references will be required to obtain clearance to start contract. Recruiter, please obtain Manager/Supervisor contact information prior to submission. Charge RNs are NOT acceptable. PDF format AHA certifications are required AWHONN Intermediate is required for L D RN CPI required for all CNA ER nurses must have CPI, or be able to get it before start. This cert is somewhat difficult to get, so please be prepared for this. NURSYS Reports for RNs must be sent with profile. Please ensure that the NURSYS is up to date (within 4 weeks of submission date). Resources who worked as permanent staff or in-house agency contractors must be separated from Ochsner Health System for 1 full year before they can return as travel. Modules: Modules are billable Modules are completed during orientation and factored in orientation hours Modules are recorded via facility Submittal Details: #Tier2 Travel ComplianceFacility does not accept local travelers. Must be over 65 miles (address on drivers license to site address)Must have 2 years experience in specialty for all locations. (New Orleans operating room req. 3 years)**NO CALL IN!**RTO must be on profile and brought up in the interview or there is a high chance offer's will be rescinded.Compact or LA license in hand upon submittalAllied Candidates booked with pending license - Candidate must apply for Allied Health licensure within 72 hours of signingOrientation held 5 days a weekReferences: Not required for submission, however 2 Manager/Supervisor references will be required to obtain clearance to start contract. Recruiter, please obtain Manager/Supervisor contact information prior to submission. Charge RNs are NOT acceptable. PDF formatAHA certifications are requiredAWHONN Intermediate is required for L&D RNCPI required for all CNAER nurses must have CPI, or be able to get it before start. This cert is somewhat difficult to get, so please be prepared for this.NURSYS Reports for RNs must be sent with profile. Please ensure that the NURSYS is up to date (within 4 weeks of submission date).Resources who worked as permanent staff or in-house agency contractors must be separated from Ochsner Health System for 1 full year before they can return as travel.Modules:Modules are billableModules are completed during orientation and factored in orientation hoursModules are recorded via facility Guaranteed Hours: Contract Weeks:91

Prime Staffing Job ID #37241199. 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:Med Surg/Telemetry,19:00:00-07:30:00

About Prime Staffing

At Prime Staffing, we understand the importance of finding the perfect fit for both our clients and candidates. Prime Staffing utilizes a unique matchmaking approach, providing the most qualified contingent staffing to our clients, and the most competitive contracts to our workforce. Our experienced team takes the time to get to know both our clients and candidates, their needs, and preferences, to ensure that each placement is a success.

We offer a wide range of staffing services including temporary, temp-to-perm, and direct hire placements. Our extensive network of qualified candidates includes nurses, allied healthcare professionals, corporate support professionals and executives.