Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry

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

• Specialty:
  Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  04/13/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

- Unit: 4W Telemetry
- # beds: 31 beds (11 private & 10 semi-private)
- Certs: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS are required
- Ratios: 1 to 4
- EMR:
Cerner
- Charge Nurse:
Shift Manager & a Resource Nurse
- Nurse Aides:
Yes - 2 on days & 1 on nights
- Weekend Requirement: 4 shifts out of 4 week schedule.
Weekend shifts for nights are Fri/Sat & Sat Sun for days
- Holidays:
Travelers are expected to work into the perm staff holiday rotation schedule (1 major holiday & 1 minor holiday)
- Scrub Color:
Navy blue. If you wear a scrub jacket it also must be navy. If you wear an undershirt underneath your scrub top it must be navy, white, or black.
- Tele:
Phillips
* Must be able to read & interpret all cardiac rhythms
- Vents:
Cpap or Bipap (per RT)
- Hospitalist or Intensivist in house:
Yes - on call after hours
- IV Team:
No
- RT 24/7:
Yes
Call requirements: must report within 30 mins if placed on stand by/call
- Pharmacy 24/7:
Yes & Omnicell

- Shifts:

12's 7 - 7:30. Block scheduling allowed if the needs of the unit are met, but not guaranteed.
- Floating:
Travelers are the 1st to float. Could possibly float between MSW & MHB because they are under the same license, travelers may float between the two. They would float to 2W Med Surg remote tele, Med Surg SW, some to ICU for tele MS hold, or ER holds.
- Floor specific orientation: 1-2 shifts w/ preceptor

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.

• Medical benefits
• Sick pay
• 401k retirement plan
• Weekly pay
• Referral bonus