First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Bakersfield, California. Job Description & Requirements Specialty : Med Surg / Telemetry Discipline : RN Start Date : 11 / 24 / 2025 Duration : 12 weeks 36 hours per week Shift : 12 hours, nights Employment Type : Travel Title : RN Telemetry Location : Bakersfield, CA, 93301 Duration : `13 Weeks Shift : Nights (12
- 3) Requirements : 2 Yrs. of Exp. RN Active License Required. ACLS, BLS, NIHSS Required. Cerner Required. Description : THIS IS AN RN SHIFT MANAGER - CHARGE RN POSITION! MUST have experience as an RN shift manager! (Will take patient assignments, also staff a resource nurse to help w / tasks and breaks etc) - Unit : 4W Telemetry - beds : 31 beds (11 private & 10 semi-private) 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 MedSurg remote tele, MedSurg SW, some to ICU for tele MS hold, or ER holds. Floor specific orientation : 1-2 shifts w / preceptor Common diagnosis / Types of patients : Post pacer, hemodialysis, no cardiac / surgical patients, new onset afib, or RVR. CP sent out. Stepdown from ICU, surgical patients, urology patients : Cystoscopy. Oncology patients would transfer if they have cardiac problems to be monitored. Rare ortho patients. Some correctional patients (federal not State), strokes, TBI, high acuity, heavy patients, a lot of patients with bedsores, about 1 / 3 from nursing homes, peg tubes, sepsis, etc Orientation Paid. 950615 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 Medical benefits Sick pay 401k retirement plan Weekly pay Referral bonus