Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) - Travel Assignment in Lubbock, Texas

Travel RN opportunity in Lubbock, TX: Join a busy Med/Surg Telemetry unit in a short-term acute care hospital and provide high-quality patient care in a supportive team environment.

Job Overview

Join a dynamic Med/Surg Telemetry unit in Lubbock, Texas, where you’ll care for adult and geriatric patients in a fast-paced acute care environment. This 13-week travel nursing assignment offers the chance to strengthen your telemetry expertise, work alongside supportive interdisciplinary teams, and enjoy the friendly West Texas atmosphere that makes Lubbock a great place to work and explore.

Job Details

• Job Type: Travel Registered Nurse
• Specialty: Med/Surg Telemetry
• Setting: Short-term acute care hospital; Level II trauma center
• Location: Lubbock, TX 79410
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift Duration: 12-hour day shifts
• Hours Per Week: 36
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Orientation: 40 hours
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,740 - $1,840
• Floating: Required to other acute care units as needed
• Patient Ratio: 1:5

Job Requirements

• Active RN license required; compact license must be in hand at submission if applicable
• Minimum of 1 year of recent Med/Surg Telemetry experience required
• Travel nursing experience required
• Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Epic charting experience required
• Strong clinical background in telemetry monitoring and med/surg care
• Ability to work every other weekend and remain flexible with scheduling needs
• Ability to support adult and geriatric patient populations
• Experience with dysrhythmia interpretation, heparin protocols, IV therapy, and central line care preferred

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to Med/Surg Tele patients in an acute care setting
• Monitor telemetry rhythms and identify changes in patient condition promptly
• Administer medications, blood products, and IV therapies according to policy and best practice
• Manage oxygen therapy, feeding tubes, peripheral IVs, central lines, and PICC lines
• Perform wound care and support patients with a variety of medical-surgical needs
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including respiratory services, physical therapy, radiology, pharmacy, and social services
• Respond appropriately to rapid response and code situations when needed
• Float to other acute care units and nearby sister facilities as required
• Document care accurately in Epic and maintain a strong standard of patient safety

Apply now to explore this Med/Surg Telemetry travel nurse opportunity in Lubbock, Texas and join a healthcare team committed to excellent patient care.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.