Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $1,933 per week in Lubbock, TX

Schedule: 12-hour shifts with 1:4-5 nurse-to-patient ratios (1:4 days/nights, 1:5 weekends); 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule; 48-hour work weeks approved; no on-call required. Join a high-performing neuro telemetry team at a comprehensive stroke center where you'll care for a challenging mix of neurological and neurosurgical patients in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

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Start Date: November 2, 2026

Location: West Texas

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: 12-hour shifts with 1:4-5 nurse-to-patient ratios (1:4 days/nights, 1:5 weekends); 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule; 48-hour work weeks approved; no on-call required

Highlights:

• Short-term acute care facility with 379 staffed beds and Level II Trauma Center designation
• Comprehensive Stroke Center featuring a dedicated 4-bed Epilepsy Monitoring Unit with continuous EEG capabilities
• Diverse patient population including stroke/TIA, trauma, epilepsy monitoring, and neurosurgical patients (ACDF, TLIF, XLIF, craniotomy, subdural hematoma)
• EPIC electronic health record system; 12 hours of orientation provided
• Interdisciplinary team approach with IV teams, PT, OT, speech therapy, respiratory services, rapid response teams, and pharmacy support
• First-time travelers welcome; floating between units required; free employee parking available

Requirements:

• Active, unencumbered RN license (Compact license accepted and must be in hand at submission)
• Minimum 2 years of recent RN experience required
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS required
• Experience with 1:4 patient ratios and telemetry/progressive care environments
• Proficiency in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, central/peripheral line care, blood product administration, and isolation precautions
• Competency in managing cardiac drips (with titration experience), insulin drips, heparin protocols, and vasoactive drips
• Experience with non-invasive airway management and oxygen administration
• Level II Trauma Center and community hospital experience preferred
• Must provide 2 professional references covering 1 year within the last 3 years
• Candidates located within 50 miles considered local
• Must commit to working 3 of 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

Join a high-performing neuro telemetry team at a comprehensive stroke center where you'll care for a challenging mix of neurological and neurosurgical patients in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This 29-bed unit offers dedicated mentorship for new team members and emphasizes an interdisciplinary approach partnering with patients and families to achieve the best outcomes. With access to specialized equipment and strong support services, you'll gain valuable experience while making a meaningful impact on patients recovering from complex neurological conditions.

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