Registered Nurse (RN) – Telemetry

Universal HCR

Lufkin, Texas

Posted Nov 3

License: RN license

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Certification: BLS Certification – Required

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Shift: 12-Hour Nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)

We are looking for an experienced Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality nursing care to patients requiring continuous cardiac monitoring in Lufkin, Texas. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of nursing experience and be skilled in monitoring cardiac rhythms, assessing patient conditions, administering medications, and responding to changes in patients' health status.

Responsibilities

Assess patients' health conditions and monitor vital signs.

Monitor cardiac rhythms and recognize abnormal heart patterns.

Administer medications, IV fluids, and treatments as prescribed.

Observe patients for changes in cardiac and overall health status.

Identify and respond promptly to cardiac emergencies.

Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.

Educate patients and families about treatment plans and health management.

Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation.

Follow infection-control procedures and patient-safety standards.

Required Certifications

BLS Certification – Required

Must-Have Experience & Skills

Minimum 3 years of nursing experience – Required

Strong cardiac monitoring and patient assessment skills.

Knowledge of telemetry equipment and cardiac rhythm interpretation.

Ability to recognize and respond to changes in patient conditions.

Strong critical-thinking and clinical decision-making skills.

Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Schedule

Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Shift Type: 12-Hour Nights

Block Scheduling: Not available. Candidates must be flexible with the facility's scheduling requirements.

Why Lufkin, TX?

Lufkin offers a welcoming community, affordable living, local dining, parks, and outdoor recreation. Its location in East Texas provides access to beautiful natural areas, including the nearby Angelina National Forest.

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Are you an experienced Telemetry Registered Nurse with at least 3 years of experience and an active BLS certification? Apply today to learn more about this night-shift opportunity in Lufkin, TX.

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3 years of nursing experience is required.

Block scheduling cannot be accommodated.

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Pay: $1,850.00 - $1,950.00 per week Work Location: In person

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In Lufkin, TX

Lufkin, TXFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 3% below the US average

Median rent: $1,079/mo
Household income: $57,048/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Lufkin, TX

NeighborhoodsLufkin's residential layout divides into distinct lifestyle zones rather than dense urban districts. Crown Colony stands out as a premier golf-course community characterized by Mediterranean Revival architecture, manicured lots, and established prestige. Closer to the city center, Traditional Neighborhood I areas such as Mantooth Park, South First, and Sunset Road offer older single-family homes and modest bungalows along connected street grids, while Traditional Neighborhood II pockets like Great Oaks and Englewood feature larger lots and more privacy. Buyers looking for newer suburban subdivisions or apartment communities often gravitate toward Lufkin Southwest, while those seeking acreage settle into custom homes on the outskirts of Angelina County.

Lufkin's residential layout divides into distinct lifestyle zones rather than dense urban districts. Crown Colony stands out as a premier golf-course community characterized by Mediterranean Revival architecture, manicured lots, and established prestige.

Closer to the city center, Traditional Neighborhood I areas such as Mantooth Park, South First, and Sunset Road offer older single-family homes and modest bungalows along connected street grids, while Traditional Neighborhood II pockets like Great Oaks and Englewood feature larger lots and more privacy. Buyers looking for newer suburban subdivisions or apartment communities often gravitate toward Lufkin Southwest, while those seeking acreage settle into custom homes on the outskirts of Angelina County.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: platinumrealestatepros.com Source 2: homes.com Source 3: neighborhoodscout.com Source 4: facebook.com

Getting aroundCommuting in Lufkin is exceptionally manageable compared to major metropolitan hospital corridors. Average travel times to work typically range from 14 to 17 minutes across the city, allowing healthcare workers to transition quickly between shifts and home. The street network is anchored by central thoroughfares and loop access connecting residential subdivisions directly to major employers and medical centers. Public transit options are minimal, making daily travel overwhelmingly car-dependent, but parking is straightforward and free of metro-style congestion.

Commuting in Lufkin is exceptionally manageable compared to major metropolitan hospital corridors. Average travel times to work typically range from 14 to 17 minutes across the city, allowing healthcare workers to transition quickly between shifts and home.

The street network is anchored by central thoroughfares and loop access connecting residential subdivisions directly to major employers and medical centers. Public transit options are minimal, making daily travel overwhelmingly car-dependent, but parking is straightforward and free of metro-style congestion.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: platinumrealestatepros.com Source 2: livability.com

OutdoorsOutdoor recreation is a defining aspect of life in Lufkin, surrounded by the towering timber of the Piney Woods. The Angelina National Forest sits right on the city's doorstep for hiking and wildlife viewing, while nearby Lake Sam Rayburn offers extensive boating and freshwater fishing. Inside city limits, Ellen Trout Park features a pier and a 1.1-mile lakeside loop trail. Runners and cyclists utilize the 3.2-mile round-trip Azalea Trail connecting Kiwanis Park—home to a spray pad, courts, and skate park—to Grace Dunne Richardson Park's dog park, while Kit McConnico Park offers the five-mile Lost Arrow Trail for off-road biking.

Outdoor recreation is a defining aspect of life in Lufkin, surrounded by the towering timber of the Piney Woods. The Angelina National Forest sits right on the city's doorstep for hiking and wildlife viewing, while nearby Lake Sam Rayburn offers extensive boating and freshwater fishing.

Inside city limits, Ellen Trout Park features a pier and a 1.1-mile lakeside loop trail. Runners and cyclists utilize the 3.2-mile round-trip Azalea Trail connecting Kiwanis Park—home to a spray pad, courts, and skate park—to Grace Dunne Richardson Park's dog park, while Kit McConnico Park offers the five-mile Lost Arrow Trail for off-road biking.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: platinumrealestatepros.com Source 2: lemon8-app.com

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Positioned in the heart of the East Texas Piney Woods, Lufkin offers relocating healthcare professionals a low-stress lifestyle defined by forested scenery, short commutes, and a strong sense of community. Shift workers will appreciate typical drive times under twenty minutes and hassle-free hospital access, leaving ample downtime to recharge. Neighborhood options suit varied preferences: Crown Colony provides golf-course tranquility, in-town neighborhoods like Mantooth Park offer historic grid-street character, and surrounding Angelina County offers expansive acreage. Days off revolve around the outdoors, whether hiking the five-mile Lost Arrow Trail at Kit McConnico Park, strolling the Azalea Trail, visiting the giraffes at Ellen Trout Zoo, or heading to nearby Lake Sam Rayburn. Downtown Lufkin anchors community life with morning lattes at Standpipe Coffee House, pastries at Grandough Baking, and seasonal live music during Summer in the City at Cotton Square. While nightlife is modest and big-city amenities require an occasional weekend trip to Houston or Dallas, Lufkin provides nurses with a welcoming, grounded home base where work-life balance is easily achieved.

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As of 2026Source 1: platinumrealestatepros.com Source 2: homes.com Source 3: texasmonthly.com Source 4: platinumrealestatepros.com

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Lufkin, TXFrom Census ACS 2024.