Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Macon, GA
Excite Health Partners
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Title: RN - Med Surg / Tele
Facility: Advocate Southeast
Shift: 12-Hour Night Shift - 36 hours/week
Start Date: 11/17/2025
Assignment Length: 13.0 weeks

Facility Overview:
Located at 777 Hemlock St, Macon, GA 31201, Advocate Southeast is a prestigious teaching hospital with a level 1 trauma designation. The facility boasts 637 licensed beds, a Chest Pain Center, and a Stroke Center, providing comprehensive care across diverse patient populations.

Unit Information:

• Med Surg Units: Each housing 20-36 beds
• Patient Types: Med surg / Telemetry — caring for all inpatient med surg patients
• Patient Ratios:
  • RN: 1:4-6
  • LPN: 1:4-6
  • CNA: up to 1:14

Certifications & Licenses:

• Active Georgia Registered Nurse License required
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification preferred — must pass and demonstrate competency in EKG interpretation during onboarding
• Certification in med surg nursing is a plus

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of recent Med/Surg or Telemetry RN experience
• First-time travelers accepted with requisite skills and experience
• Technical skills include:
  • Trach care and management
  • Chest tube management
  • PIV starts
  • Glucometer use
  • Management of common drips: Insulin, Heparin, and titratable medication drips (to HR)

Support Within the Department:

• CNA: Assists with vital signs, blood glucose checks, baths, bed changes, feeding, patient safety, walking, and turning patients
• Unit Secretary: Present on unit from 7 AM to 11 PM, with house-wide call responsibilities overnight
• Charge Nurse: Yes
• Phlebotomy: Performed by RN from CVLs; most patients have lab drawn by phlebotomy staff
• PICC Team & RT: PICC team available; RT services 24/7
• Hospitalists & Intensivists: Available 24/7 for patient management
• Resource Nurses: Discharge and float nurses available across units—providing valuable support and coverage

Technology & Equipment:

• Electronic Medical Records: EPIC
• IV Pumps: Alaris
• Medication Dispensing: Pyxis
• Monitoring Equipment: Phillips monitors and VS3 vital sign monitors
• Additional Equipment: Nova Glucose Strips, specialized unit-specific tools

Floating Expectations:
Travelers will serve in a float pool capacity, covering all Med/Surg and Telemetry units across the hospital as needed.

Orientation:

• 1 day of general hospital orientation plus
• 2 days focused on departmental protocols and procedures

Additional Details:

• Scrub Color: Navy (RN), Ciel Blue (LPN)
• Parking: Free parking available around campus; paid options in parking decks
• Unit Culture: Fast-paced, team-oriented environment that values collaboration and patient-centered care

What You Bring:

• Active Georgia RN license and BLS certification
• ACLS preferred, with ability to demonstrate proficiency in EKG interpretation
• Minimum 2 years of recent Med/Surg/Telemetry RN experience
• Strong technical skills in trach, chest tube, PIV, and drip management
• Flexibility to float across multiple units and adapt to a busy, team-focused environment
• Excellent communication and patient care skills

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ASN or BSN)
• Prior experience in a Level 1 trauma, teaching hospital setting
• Certification in Med Surg nursing is advantageous

Join Advocate Southeast’s dedicated team and make a meaningful impact while advancing your nursing career in a dynamic, patient-centered environment. We look forward to welcoming motivated, skilled RNs to our team!