RN: Telemetry

Job Description:

Join a fast-paced IMCU unit in Redding, California, as a Telemetry RN for a 13-week assignment. This role involves working 12-hour night shifts, providing critical monitoring and bedside care for patients with diagnoses such as CHF, COPD, renal failure, respiratory failure, alcohol withdrawal, and post-PCI. You will be performing assessments, interpreting telemetry strips, and managing protocol-driven drips like heparin, amiodarone, and cardizem, all while maintaining a focus on patient safety. This unit has a lively rhythm, often running at full capacity, making your expertise and quick thinking essential in delivering quality care. Experience in telemetry and critical care is required, with a preference for those who thrive in team-oriented environments. A proctored dysrhythmia test on day one ensures only the most capable make it through, adding a bit of a challenge - but also a sense of accomplishment.

Weather:

The weather around here tends to be pleasantly mild, with warm days and cooler evenings. Expect clear skies and comfortable temperatures that make it easy to enjoy outdoor activities after your shifts.

Fun Things To Do:

• Crystal Creek Waterfall Hike: Enjoy a scenic day trip to a beautiful waterfall surrounded by lush nature.
• Sundial Bridge: Walk across the iconic glass bridge and take in stunning river views.
• Shasta Lake: Spend a day boat cruising or relaxing by the water at this popular recreation spot.
• Whiskeytown National Recreation Area: Explore hiking trails and enjoy the pristine landscape just outside Redding.
• Lassen Volcanic National Park: Venture on a day trip to see volcanic landscapes, geothermal sites, and volcanic craters.

Job Specifics:

Location: Redding, California

Shift: 12-hour nights, 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM

Duration: 13 weeks, with approximately 36 hours per week