RN: Telemetry

Job Description:

Join a fast-paced, specialized telemetry unit in Redding, CA, as a travel nurse for a 13-week assignment. This role offers an engaging experience working with patients experiencing stroke, TIA, seizures, TBI, and other neurological events. Your expertise will be vital in monitoring and managing complex cases, including titrated drips like Heparin, Amiodarone, and Cardizem, while interpreting GE Apex telemetry strips. Expect to collaborate with experienced telemetry techs and a dedicated charge nurse, all in a setting that values bedside report and patient-centered care. The 12-hour night shifts provide a balanced work schedule with the opportunity to immerse yourself in a supportive, mission-driven environment that appreciates invested, self-motivated team members. The unit is busy, often full with 22 patients, and emphasizes quality measures such as HCAHPS scores and stroke protocols. If you thrive in a dynamic setting and wish to make a difference, this assignment will keep you engaged and inspired.

Weather:

Typically, the weather around this time is mild and pleasant, with warm days and cooler evenings. Redding experiences clear skies often, making outdoor activities enjoyable even during busy shifts.

Fun Things To Do:

• Visit Lassen Volcanic National Park for scenic hikes and geothermal features – perfect for a day trip.
• Explore Turtle Bay Exploration Park, offering botanical gardens, a science center, and live wildlife exhibits.
• Take a kayaking adventure on Sacramento River.
• Enjoy wine tasting near Redding’s local vineyards.
• Drive to Mount Shasta for breathtaking views, hiking, and outdoor recreation.

Job Specifics:

Location: Redding, California

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

Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week