About this opportunity
American Traveler, LLC. lists this Travel RN - Med/Surg Tele opportunity in lufkin, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position requiring 18+ months of recent telemetry experience and a TX or compact RN license.
Requirements
Active TX or Compact RN license required
BLS certification required (ACLS may be required)
Minimum 18 months of recent Med/Tele experience required
Rural hospital experience preferred
Strong communication and time management skills required
Ability to read telemetry strips required
Two professional references required: one supervisor within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor within the last 3 years, including employment dates and rehire eligibility
Copy of driver's license required for consideration
Responsibilities
Acute care Med/Tele unit (K3) in a rural hospital setting
25-bed unit with 5-6:1 patient ratios
Common diagnoses include CHF, diabetes, pneumonia, CKD, and med/surg telemetry cases
RNs must be able to read telemetry strips; tele monitor techs assist with monitoring
RNs titrate Heparin drips
PCTs present at a 12:1 ratio; Charge Nurses, House Supervisors, and Nurse Educators available for support
Cares for CPAP, BiPAP, and high flow patients
Uses Paragon charting system, transitioning to EPIC on 10/30/2026
12-hour night shifts (7p-7a) on an every-other-weekend schedule
Holiday coverage required
No call or standby requirements
Floats to all med/surg units and possibly to PCU for tele holds prior to transfer
Block scheduling cannot be accommodated; scheduling based on facility needs
Provide direct patient care to Med/Surg Tele patients including monitoring, medication administration, and drip titration
Work alongside tele monitor techs, PCTs, Charge Nurses, House Supervisors, and Nurse Educators
Department orientation includes 2 shadow/orientation shifts
Navy blue scrub color required
Candidates may not have been directly employed by any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility, including CHI or Dignity, within the past year (PRN through outside firms is acceptable)
Hospital reserves the right to cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment
Benefits
High Pay and Bonuses
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
401(k) Plan
Weekly Payroll Deposit
Free Online CEUs
Generous Housing Allowance
Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
Traveler Rewards and Discounts
Job ID: P-
Open Positions: 6
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Worksite address
lufkin, TX, 75904, US
Who can apply
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