Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg / Telemetry in Sacramento, CA

Key Responsibilities Provide direct patient care on a 27-bed Medical Surgical/Telemetry unit serving a diverse patient population including GI, GU, CHF, pneumonia, sepsis, chest tubes, bariatrics, orthopedic pre- and post-op, and psychiatric patients, among others. Preferred Experience / Skills Experience working with high-acuity and diverse patient populations, including patients experiencing homelessness, substance use, or lower health literacy.

TravelNurseSource is working with Concentric Healthcare Staffing to find a qualified Med/Surg / Tele RN in Sacramento, California, 95823!

Job Title

Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical / Telemetry

Location

Sacramento, CA | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Full-Time | Days | 12-Hour Shifts (7:00 AM – 7:30 PM) | Every Other Weekend (Saturday & Sunday)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a 27-bed Medical Surgical/Telemetry unit serving a diverse patient population including GI, GU, CHF, pneumonia, sepsis, chest tubes, bariatrics, orthopedic pre- and post-op, and psychiatric patients, among others
• Monitor and interpret telemetry strips; strips are printed every 4 hours and must be verified and documented by the RN — proficiency in reading and interpreting telemetry strips is required
• Titrate drips including Heparin, Diltiazem, and Amiodarone per physician orders
• Adapt to a multicultural patient environment utilizing available translator services (Proprio, Language Line, tablets, and video options); maintain an open and respectful approach to diverse cultures and dialects
• Float in-house as needed to ER holds, Definitive Observation units, and occasionally to other area facilities; mid-shift float to another facility is rare but possible
• Follow surgeon-specific protocols and support OB overflow couplet care as needed, with OB RN float coverage available

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license valid for the state of California
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting telemetry strips
• Ability to titrate IV drips per physician orders
• Completion of the DYS Exam through UNA is required prior to contract start; candidates must score 80% or higher within 2 attempts within 24–48 hours of assignment
• Two supervisory references from the submitting modality required at time of submittal (charge nurse references accepted); one within the past 12 months and one within the past 3 years

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience working with high-acuity and diverse patient populations, including patients experiencing homelessness, substance use, or lower health literacy
• Familiarity with Phillips monitoring systems
• Experience with BiPAP and high-flow oxygen therapy (ventilators are not used on this unit)
• Prior travel nursing experience preferred; first-time travelers will be considered if they demonstrate a willingness to seek support

Why Join Us

• Work in a collaborative environment with charge nurses who provide break relief and RN aide support available based on census and staffing needs
• Self-scheduling is utilized, offering some flexibility in shift selection within a structured, manager-balanced framework