Telemetry RN in Lufkin, Texas

Join our team for a 6-week contract at a rural hospital in Lufkin, Texas, where your skills in Medical Telemetry will be crucial to delivering attentive care to the community’s patients. The role involves 12-hour day shifts, caring for adult patients with diagnoses like CHF, diabetes, PNA, and CKD. This is a chance to work alongside dedicated charge nurses, house supervisors, and nurse educators, while monitoring high flow, BIPAP, and CPAP patients. You’ll enjoy engaging in patient assessments such as reading strips and managing titratable drips like heparin, all while contributing to a tight-knit team that relies heavily on traveling professionals to keep things running smoothly.

Weather:

Expect generally mild and warm weather around this time, typical of the Texas region, with plenty of sun and comfortable highs ideal for outdoor activities after work.

Fun Things To Do:

• Riverwalk Stroll: Enjoy a relaxing walk along the scenic riverfront.
• Sam Rayburn Lake: Perfect for fishing, boating, or picnicking during a day trip.
• Visit the East Texas State Fairgrounds: Explore local events and festivals.
• Historic Downtown Lufkin: Discover charming shops, cafes, and local art galleries.
• Swim in the nearby lakes: Enjoy a day of swimming and relaxation just a short drive away.

Job Specifics:

Location: Lufkin, Texas
Shift: 12-hour days
Duration: 6 weeks (approximately 36 hours per week, with some flexibility for 36/48 hours biweekly)