Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry in Redding, CA

Registered Nurse (RN) | Telemetry Location: Redding, CA Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with Concentric Healthcare Staffing to find a qualified Telemetry RN in Redding, California, 96001!

Job Title

Registered Nurse (RN) – Telemetry

Location

Redding, CA | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Night Shift | 12-hour shifts (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM) | Schedules made approximately 3 weeks in advance | Self-scheduling available (by seniority) | Shift trades available

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a 22-bed Telemetry unit with a 1:3–4 nurse-to-patient ratio, with common diagnoses including stroke, TIA, seizure, TBI, and mixed medical telemetry patients
• Read and interpret cardiac rhythm strips independently; passing a dysrhythmia exam is required
• Manage set-rate and protocol-driven drips including Heparin, Amiodarone, Cardizem, and DKA protocols (titration of drips is not required)
• Operate and monitor respiratory support equipment including BiPAP, CPAP, and High-Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC); no ventilator management required
• Conduct bedside shift reports with a strong focus on patient experience, HCAHPS scores, and core measures — specifically stroke measures
• Float as needed to the IMCU or Med/Surg departments

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license valid in California
• ACLS certification required
• BLS certification required
• NIHSS certification required
• Minimum 2–3 years of Telemetry or relevant specialty experience; first-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Ability to read and interpret cardiac telemetry strips; must pass a dysrhythmia exam prior to or during onboarding
• 4 weekend shifts expected per 4-week schedule (Nights: Friday/Saturday); holiday shifts worked into permanent staff rotation

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with Cerner EMR
• Familiarity with GE Apex Telemetry monitoring systems
• Background in neurological or stroke patient populations
• Self-motivated, team-oriented, and committed to patient experience and quality care initiatives

Why Join Us

• Traveler-friendly unit with an established support structure including a dedicated Nurse Shift Manager, Resource/Break RN, and Monitor Techs — neither the manager nor resource nurse carries a patient assignment
• Dynamic, fast-paced environment with a collaborative team that values mission-driven, engaged clinicians

About Concentric Healthcare Staffing

Founded and headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ, Concentric Healthcare Staffing specializes in healthcare employment with an emphasis in nursing and allied health. Our passion is to develop partnerships with our clients and become an integral part of your staffing solution. Concentric representatives understand your need for continuity of care and work to ensure that every staffing solution we provide is as unique as your facility.

To provide the skilled and talented personnel that today’s medical field demands, Concentric Healthcare offers a top flight registry service that provides staff 24/7. Your facility can enhance their recruiting process by taking advantage of the temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct placement services of our fully screened professionals.

Concentric Healthcare is proud to be recognized by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) with the JCAHO Gold Seal of Approval for the Health Care Staffing Services program. JCAHO certification acknowledges compliance with the Joint Commission’s national set of consensus-based quality standards and demonstrates a commitment to excellence in providing health care staffing.

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