Travel Contract

RN Med Surg Telemetry
Tuscaloosa, AL
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

$2,066/week

Overview

  • Start Date04/27/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,066/week

Description

Travel Med/Surg Telemetry RN – Pulmonary Unit | Tuscaloosa, AL (Travel Nurse)

Travel Med/Surg Tele RN in Tuscaloosa, AL — 13-week pulmonary telemetry contract caring for patients with respiratory disorders. Join our travel nursing team and advance your telemetry nursing career in Alabama.

Job Details

  • Location: Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 — Tuscaloosa healthcare jobs / Alabama nursing jobs
  • Setting: Pulmonary Unit (36-bed telemetry) — Telemetry RN / Pulmonary nurse role
  • Contract Duration: 13 weeks (April 13, 2026 – July 12, 2026)
  • Shift: 12 Hour Nights (19:00–07:00)
  • Hours per Week: 36 (option for 48 hours/week) — Guaranteed 36 hours
  • Patient Ratio: 1:6
  • Dress Code: Solid Navy Scrubs
  • Parking: Available
  • EMR: Meditech
  • Estimated Weekly Salary: $1,840–$1,940

Job Requirements

  • Associate degree in nursing required
  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Alabama or Compact RN license (no temporary licenses accepted)
  • AHA BLS or Red Cross certification required
  • Minimum 1 year of recent Med/Surg Telemetry experience (18 months total RN experience considered)
  • Willingness to float to other units and hospitals as needed — flexibility valued for travel RNs

Responsibilities

  • Provide high-quality Med/Surg and telemetry nursing care for patients with respiratory disorders and lung disease
  • Monitor cardiac and respiratory status using telemetry and intervene promptly for changes in condition
  • Collaborate closely with respiratory therapy, physical therapy, care management, and pharmacy to coordinate pulmonary care
  • Maintain accurate, timely documentation in Meditech EMR
  • Work every other weekend and required holidays as scheduled
  • Float to other units and hospitals as staffing needs require

Why Join This Travel Nursing Opportunity

  • Gain focused pulmonary and telemetry nursing experience in a 36-bed unit
  • Work in Tuscaloosa, AL — a vibrant community with a welcoming riverfront and active downtown
  • Perfect for experienced Telemetry RNs, Med/Surg nurses, and travel nurses seeking short-term contracts

Apply now to join our healthcare team as a Travel Med/Surg Telemetry RN in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Submit your resume or contact our recruiter to learn more about this Pulmonary Unit travel nursing job and next steps.

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.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #466854. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Med/Surg Tele

Employer

GHR Healthcare

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7 nurses recommend working with GHR Healthcare

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Pros

Love my recruiter, Chase Nelson!!!

Cons

None

Recommends working with GHR Healthcare

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About Tuscaloosa, AL

As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Tuscaloosa, AL here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Tuscaloosa's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • Summer average high: 91°F, average low: 70°F.
  • Winter average high: 56°F, average low: 34°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Tuscaloosa.
Transportation
  • Tuscaloosa is car-friendly, with public transportation options also available.
Demographics
  • Tuscaloosa has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues include obesity and related conditions.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Tuscaloosa offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, and sports activities.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and water activities near the Black Warrior River.
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