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Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical - $1,896 per week in Lufkin, TX

Malone Healthcare

  • Lufkin, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • $1,896

Highlights

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. Join a stable, well-managed unit with consistent long-tenured leadership and a meaningful role in serving a rural community's healthcare needs.

Numbers & Facts

LocationLufkin, TX
Salary$1,896

Description

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


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