Travel Telemetry PCU RN
Listed on 2026-10-20
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Nursing
ICU Nurse, RN Nurse, Travel Nurse, Cardiology
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Glendale, California.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty:
Telemetry - Discipline:
RN - Start Date:
12/07/2026 - Duration:
13 weeks - 36 hours per week
- Shift:
12 hours, nights - Employment Type:
Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours:
36 hrs/wk - Start Date:
Dec 7, 2026 - Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
American Traveler is hiring a Telemetry RN for a 13-week acute care assignment requiring 2+ years of telemetry or CCU/stepdown experience and active CA RN licensure.
Details- Acute care Telemetry-PCU unit split across three sections with 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratios (1:3 on 6 North)
- Cares for cardiac, CHF, chest pain, pneumonia, respiratory, and sepsis patients
- 12-hour night shifts (6:45pm-7:15am), every other weekend required
- Uses Cerner EMR and GE telepack monitors; RNs must read and interpret their own telemetry strips
- Titration of drips required, including heparin; titration experience not required
- Floating required:
Tele I and 6 Central nurses float to Med Surg/Rehab, 6 North nurses float only to ICU/CCU - No call or standby requirements
- Unit-specific orientation is 3 shifts
- Active CA RN license required
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
- COVID vaccine required
- EKG interpretation class required
- Minimum 2 years of experience required; 6 North requires 2 years in CCU or high-end stepdown unit, telemetry experience preferred elsewhere
- First-time travelers welcome to apply
- Strong customer service and teamwork skills required
- Provide direct patient care including drip titration and continuous telemetry monitoring
- Charge nurses typically do not carry a patient assignment
- Patient Care Techs support the unit, typically 1-2 per shift depending on census
- Respiratory Therapy maintains ventilators on 6 North; vent experience not required for RNs
- Navy scrub color required
- Modified self-scheduling may be granted depending on staffing needs; no block scheduling
- Must be available to work 2 of 3 major holidays, including 1 major and 1 minor holiday
- Travelers are commonly placed on these units, though 6 North placements are less common
- Tele I is noted as an exclusive unit requiring strong candidates; 8th floor is considered challenging
American Traveler Job #P-773984. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - Telemetry
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
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