Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry in Redding, CA

Registered Nurse (RN) | Telemetry
Location: Redding, CA
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Registered Nurse (RN) – Telemetry

Location

Redding, CA | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Night Shift | 12-hour shifts (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM) | Schedules made approximately 3 weeks in advance | Self-scheduling available (by seniority) | Shift trades available

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a 22-bed Telemetry unit with a 1:3–4 nurse-to-patient ratio, with common diagnoses including stroke, TIA, seizure, TBI, and mixed medical telemetry patients
• Read and interpret cardiac rhythm strips independently; passing a dysrhythmia exam is required
• Manage set-rate and protocol-driven drips including Heparin, Amiodarone, Cardizem, and DKA protocols (titration of drips is not required)
• Operate and monitor respiratory support equipment including BiPAP, CPAP, and High-Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC); no ventilator management required
• Conduct bedside shift reports with a strong focus on patient experience, HCAHPS scores, and core measures — specifically stroke measures
• Float as needed to the IMCU or Med/Surg departments

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license valid in California
• ACLS certification required
• BLS certification required
• NIHSS certification required
• Minimum 2–3 years of Telemetry or relevant specialty experience; first-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Ability to read and interpret cardiac telemetry strips; must pass a dysrhythmia exam prior to or during onboarding
• 4 weekend shifts expected per 4-week schedule (Nights: Friday/Saturday); holiday shifts worked into permanent staff rotation

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with Cerner EMR
• Familiarity with GE Apex Telemetry monitoring systems
• Background in neurological or stroke patient populations
• Self-motivated, team-oriented, and committed to patient experience and quality care initiatives

Why Join Us

• Traveler-friendly unit with an established support structure including a dedicated Nurse Shift Manager, Resource/Break RN, and Monitor Techs — neither the manager nor resource nurse carries a patient assignment
• Dynamic, fast-paced environment with a collaborative team that values mission-driven, engaged clinicians