Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry - $2,583 per week

First Connect Health

Houston, TX
3 days ago

$2,583 Per Week

Highlights

This is a lower-acuity general Medical-Surgical/Internal Medicine unit, comparable to a community hospital Med-Surg floor. ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.

Numbers & Facts

Location

Houston, TX

Description

First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Houston, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: Telemetry
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 11/16/2026
Duration: 6 weeks
48 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel

Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical-Surgical / Telemetry

Position Overview

Unit Capacity: 20 beds
Patient Ratio: 1:5
Required Certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
Charting System: Epic
Scrub Color: Navy blue
Orientation: 2 classroom days and 2 shifts on the floor
Call/Standby: None
Charge Experience: Preferred, but not required

Required Qualifications & Clinical Skills

Candidates must have strong general medicine/internal medicine experience and be proficient in:

Starting IVs and performing blood draws
Basic EKG interpretation and recognizing cardiac rhythm changes
Managing cardiac drips and titrating medications
Caring for patients with a variety of medical conditions
Floating between Medical-Surgical and Telemetry units

Important: Although this unit does not have telemetry monitoring on the floor, nurses must be telemetry-competent for floating assignments. Candidates must pass a telemetry competency/EKG exam.

NIHSS is required for floating purposes, even though it is not routinely needed on the home unit.

Patient Population & Common Diagnoses

This is a lower-acuity general Medical-Surgical/Internal Medicine unit, comparable to a community hospital Med-Surg floor. Patients may include:

Cellulitis and infections
Abdominal pain
Surgical overflow and dire

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About First Connect Health

At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:

✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.

When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

Benefits

Sick pay
401k retirement plan
Weekly pay
Referral bonus