Travel Med/Tele RN - $1,847 per week

Concentric Healthcare Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Lufkin, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/26/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted.

Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position.

Job Title

Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical / Telemetry

Location

Lufkin, TX | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Nights | 12-Hour Shifts | Onsite | Every other weekend required | Holidays required | Expected 36 hours/week or 36/48 hours bi-weekly based on facility needs | Block scheduling cannot be accommodated

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a 25-bed Medical Surgical/Telemetry unit with patient ratios of 5–6:1, managing common diagnoses including CHF, diabetes, pneumonia, CKD, and general med/surg telemetry cases
• Read and interpret telemetry strips independently; telemetry monitor techs are present but RNs are responsible for strip reading
• Titrate Heparin drips as needed; manage patients on CPAP, BiPAP, and high-flow oxygen therapy
• Float to all med/surg units and potentially to the PCU to care for telemetry holds awaiting transfer
• Collaborate with Charge Nurses, House Supervisors, and Nurse Educators to support unit operations and patient safety
• Document using the Paragon charting system, with a transition to EPIC expected in October 2026

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license valid in Texas (or compact eligibility)
• Minimum 18 months of recent Medical Surgical/Telemetry experience
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification required
• Ability to read and interpret telemetry strips independently
• Strong communication and time management skills; must be a collaborative team player adaptable to a rural hospital environment

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience working in a rural hospital setting
• Familiarity with Heparin drip titration and management of respiratory support patients (CPAP, BiPAP, high-flow)
• Experience with Paragon or EPIC electronic health record systems

Why Join Us

• Join a stable, well-managed unit with consistent long-tenured leadership and a meaningful role in serving a rural community's healthcare needs
• Orientation support provided through dedicated shadow/orientation shifts to help travelers integrate smoothly into the unit

Concentric Healthcare 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: Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical/Tele

About Concentric Healthcare Staffing

Recognized by both RNVIP and AlliedVIP as a Top Agency for 2024 and 2025, Concentric Healthcare Staffing continues to set the standard for transparency, education, and partnership in healthcare staffing. Concentric connects nursing, allied, therapy, and behavioral health professionals to rewarding travel and PRN opportunities across the country, building experiences rooted in clarity and trust.

The company believes healthcare professionals deserve more than job listings; they deserve insight. Recruiters act as consultants who explain market trends, pay structures, and facility expectations so every clinician understands the “why” behind each opportunity. This educational approach empowers travelers and PRN staff to make decisions that align with their personal goals and professional growth.

Concentric offers both travel contracts and per diem (PRN) staffing, giving healthcare professionals flexibility and facilities dependable coverage. With dedicated Travel Nursing, Allied and Therapy, and Per Diem Divisions, the team provides specialized support tailored to each discipline.

Concentric measures success by the confidence and satisfaction of the professionals it serves. Whether guiding a nurse to their next adventure, an allied clinician seeking balance, or a behavioral health professional choosing flexible PRN work, Concentric’s mission remains clear: to support, educate, and empower those who care for others