Registered Nurse - Telemetry/MedSurg
Location: Long Beach, CA
Start Date: 03-09-2026
End Date: 06-08-2026
Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour night shifts, 6:30 PM - 7:00 AM (primarily nights). Schedule includes every-other-weekend rotation and holiday rotation; role may float between MedSurg, Telemetry and ED Holds. Typical weekly hours: 36 (3x12-hour shifts).
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $67 per hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality, patient-centered nursing care for MedSurg and Telemetry patients
- Interpret ECG/telemetry strips and respond promptly to cardiac changes
- Administer and titrate IV drips such as heparin and amiodarone safely and accurately
- Float between MedSurg, Telemetry and ED Holds as needed while maintaining competency
- Deliver bedside shift report to enhance patient experience and continuity of care
- Assume charge nurse duties as assigned, coordinating resources and assignments
- Collaborate closely with respiratory therapy and pharmacy for 24/7 support
- Precept new staff during orientation shifts and contribute to a positive learning environment
Qualifications
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in California
- Minimum 2 years of nursing experience (Telemetry or MedSurg experience preferred)
- Required certifications: BLS and ACLS. NIHSS required.
- Cerner EMR experience required
- Comfortable managing telemetry patients, reading strips, and administering IV drips
- Able to work 12-hour night shifts, every-other-weekend, and float between units
- Dependable, punctual, and committed to excellent patient experience and bedside reporting
Education
- Active RN license in California
- BSN preferred but not required
Knowledge & Skills
- Proficient with Cerner electronic medical record charting
- Skilled in ECG/telemetry strip interpretation and arrhythmia recognition
- Experience with IV drips (heparin, amiodarone, blood products) and safe medication administration
- Familiarity with MedSurg and post-op surgical patient care (bariatrics, ortho, spine)
- Comfortable with non-invasive ventilatory support such as BiPAP and CPAP; telemetry stepdown may involve vents
- Strong communication skills for bedside shift report and interdisciplinary collaboration
- Ability to function as charge nurse or resource RN when assigned
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy and smiling
- Paid time off so you can actually take that beach day (or binge-watch weekend)
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your professional growth
- Dedicated orientation with a preceptor to set you up for success on day one
- A supportive team culture that values reliability, compassion and teamwork
- Opportunities for professional development and clinical skill-building
- Shift premium and overtime opportunities available (details via recruiter)
- Referral bonus program so you can bring great teammates and get rewarded
Travel Perks: Explore Long Beach, CA
Long Beach offers classic Southern California charm: take weekend strolls along the beach, explore the Aquarium of the Pacific, visit the historic Queen Mary, enjoy waterfront dining at Shoreline Village, or rent a bike and cruise the oceanfront path. Belmont Shore and Naples Island provide great local dining and scenic canal views. If you want a city day trip, downtown Los Angeles attractions are an easy drive away. Perfect for off-shift exploring and quick coastal getaways.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - Telemetry/MedSurg? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
Hashtags
#RegisteredNurseJobs #LongBeachCAJobs #TelemetryNurse #MedSurgRN #NursingJobs #UHCCareers #RNJobs #HealthcareJobs #FloatPoolRN