Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg / Telemetry in Lufkin, TX

Key Responsibilities Provide direct patient care on a 25-bed Medical Surgical/Telemetry unit with patient ratios of 5–6:1, managing common diagnoses including CHF, diabetes, pneumonia, CKD, and general med/surg telemetry cases. Schedule / Job Type Contract | Nights | 12-Hour Shifts | Onsite | Every other weekend required | Holidays required | Expected 36 hours/week or 36/48 hours bi-weekly based on facility needs | Block scheduling cannot be accommodated.

TravelNurseSource is working with Concentric Healthcare Staffing to find a qualified Med/Surg / Tele RN in Lufkin, Texas, 75904!

Job Title

Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical / Telemetry

Location

Lufkin, TX | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Nights | 12-Hour Shifts | Onsite | Every other weekend required | Holidays required | Expected 36 hours/week or 36/48 hours bi-weekly based on facility needs | Block scheduling cannot be accommodated

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a 25-bed Medical Surgical/Telemetry unit with patient ratios of 5–6:1, managing common diagnoses including CHF, diabetes, pneumonia, CKD, and general med/surg telemetry cases
• Read and interpret telemetry strips independently; telemetry monitor techs are present but RNs are responsible for strip reading
• Titrate Heparin drips as needed; manage patients on CPAP, BiPAP, and high-flow oxygen therapy
• Float to all med/surg units and potentially to the PCU to care for telemetry holds awaiting transfer
• Collaborate with Charge Nurses, House Supervisors, and Nurse Educators to support unit operations and patient safety
• Document using the Paragon charting system, with a transition to EPIC expected in October 2026

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license valid in Texas (or compact eligibility)
• Minimum 18 months of recent Medical Surgical/Telemetry experience
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification required
• Ability to read and interpret telemetry strips independently
• Strong communication and time management skills; must be a collaborative team player adaptable to a rural hospital environment

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience working in a rural hospital setting
• Familiarity with Heparin drip titration and management of respiratory support patients (CPAP, BiPAP, high-flow)
• Experience with Paragon or EPIC electronic health record systems

Why Join Us

• Join a stable, well-managed unit with consistent long-tenured leadership and a meaningful role in serving a rural community's healthcare needs
• Orientation support provided through dedicated shadow/orientation shifts to help travelers integrate smoothly into the unit