Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg / Telemetry - $2,122 per week in Lafayette, LA

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Lafayette
Posted on: February 11, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Med/Surg / Telemetry Location: Lafayette, LA Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $2,122 per week Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 8 Weeks Start Date: 3/2/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Med/Surg / Tele RN in Lafayette, Louisiana, 70503! Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Duration: 8 weeks Shift: Night Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum 2 years in specialty License: Compact or state license required Certifications: BLS, ACLS, CPI, NIHSS Must-Have: - Telemetry experience - Interpretation and management of dysrhythmias - Central and peripheral line care/management - Management of cardiac and vasoactive drips - Chest tube management - Wound care experience Description: Ensure traveler is aware that upon accepting an assignment and starting the role, the unit manager may assign you to an "Emergency Team." There will be an expectation to stay until after the event passes or be part of the relief team. Specific details pertaining to pay will be relayed for each emergency event, as impacts vary. By signing the travel contract for this position, you accept the above requirements. You should not apply for this role if you are not comfortable with these expectations. Patient diagnoses may include chest pain, coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular disease, arrhythmias, diabetes mellitus, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease exacerbation, pneumonia, hypertension, myocardial infarction, renal failure, pulmonary embolism, congestive heart failure, gastrointestinal bleed, and syncope. There is always a potential for medical-surgical overflow. Special procedures include pre/post catheterization lab procedures, pacemaker/automated internal cardioverter defibrillator management, ablations post-cardiac surgery, and various vascular surgeries. You will be required to titrate drips such as Cardizem, Amiodarone, Dobutamine, Nitroglycerin, Dopamine, and heparin. Sheath pulling will be done at the bedside. You will be expected to manage wounds, including the use of wound vacs. Comfort with telemetry monitoring is essential. Every other holiday is required, with the possibility of being pulled to other inpatient units. There are no guarantees for specific scheduling requests. Daily patient ratios are typically 6:1. The patient population includes adults and geriatrics. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team that includes various support services. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Connect with healthcare professionals nationwide, expanding your professional network. These connections can open doors to new career opportunities, collaborations, and lifelong friendships within the healthcare community. If you enjoy outdoor activities, travel nursing in different regions provides opportunities for adventure sports like hiking, skiing, or water sports, depending on the assignment location. In some assignments, travel nurses may have opportunities to participate in health education initiatives, promoting preventive care and wellness in the community. Managing assignments, travel logistics, and adapting to new environments requires effective time management. Travel nursing helps you hone your time management skills, a valuable asset in any healthcare setting. Tailor your career path by selecting assignments that align with your professional goals and interests. This customization allows you to focus on areas of healthcare that resonate with your passion. Requirements Required for Onboarding BLS MS Tele Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 29301441EXPTEMP

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