Travel Telemetry RN - $2,232 per week
american traveler staffing professionalsSan Luis Obispo, CA
$2,232 per week
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american traveler staffing professionalsSan Luis Obispo, CAtoday
$2,232 per week
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in San Luis Obispo, California. Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Telemetry
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 11/09/2026
Duration: 13 weeks36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
Hours: 36 hrs/wkStart Date: Nov 9, 2026 Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 3Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Telemetry unit position requiring NIHSS certification and CA licensure for a 13-week night shift assignment. Details Acute care MedSurg/Telemetry unit divided into a 300 unit (14 beds) and a main unit (44 beds) Patient ratio of 1:4300 unit cares for surgical, ortho, and medical patients, occasionally requiring heparin drips Main unit cares for cardiac stepdown patients including post cath, post pacemaker, post PCI, TAVR day 1+, CABG day 1+, sepsis, and respiratory distress Uses Cerner EMRPhilips telemetry monitoring with dedicated monitor tech support, nurses read their own strips Common drips include amiodarone, heparin, cardizem, fixed-rate insulin, nitro, and dopamine (renal dosing only) No ventilator management, though BiPAP/CPAP may be used Respiratory therapy available 24/7, pharmacy available with after-hours support via Marian after 10pmIn-house hospitalist or intensivist available on-call after hours No charge nurse or IV team on the unit Night shift schedule, 12-hour shifts from 6pm to 6amEvery other weekend requirement (4 weekend shifts in a 4-week schedule) Floating required between the 300 unit and main unit, with travelers prioritized first to float No guaranteed on-call requirements
Requirements:
- Active CA RN license (Standard or Compact) required, pending licenses not accepted
- Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSSMinimum 2 years of RN experience required
- Must pass the Relias Dysrhythmia exam (basic or advanced) prior to offer confirmation
- Must pass a sterile technique test for Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes on first day of orientation
- Copy of driver's license required for consideration
- Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months worked and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years worked, including employment dates and rehire eligibility
Additional Information:
- Provide telemetry-level nursing care across both the surgical/ortho/medical unit and the cardiac stepdown unit
- Supported by nurse aides on each shift (one on nights, one on mids, three to four on days)6 hours of unit-specific orientation provided
- Navy scrub color required
- Holiday coverage required, worked in rotation with permanent staff
- Candidates who fail Relias or sterile technique testing on the second attempt become ineligible for 6 months at this health system
- Candidates directly employed (full time, part time, or PRN) by this health system within the past year are not eligible, though those employed PRN through outside firms will be considered
- American Traveler Job ID #P-. 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: Travel RN - Telemetry
- About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
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Level
SeniorL5
Salary
$2,232 per week
Location
San Luis Obispo, CA
Occupation
Acute Care Nurses
Industry
General Medical and Surgical Hospitals
Posted
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