Travel Contract

Med-Surg Telemetry RN
Jacksonville, NC
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

$1,966/week
Posted Today

Overview

  • Start Date10/19/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$1,966/week

Description

Registered Nurse – Med/Surg Telemetry Travel RN Job in Jacksonville, NC

Overview: Travel Registered Nurse opportunity in Jacksonville, North Carolina. Join a busy Med/Surg Telemetry unit for a 13-week assignment supporting diverse adult patients in a fast-paced acute care setting.

Job Details

  • Employment Type: Travel RN
  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,750 - $1,840
  • Start Date: 10/19/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • Shift: Day shift, 3x12-hour shifts (07:00 - 19:30)
  • Hours per Week: 36
  • Unit: 42-bed Med/Surg Telemetry
  • Patient Ratio: 1:6
  • Location: Jacksonville, North Carolina (28546) — a welcoming coastal community with access to outdoor recreation, nearby beaches, and a relaxed small-town atmosphere.
  • Schedule Notes: Weekends and holidays included; no call; floating may be required to like acuities or lower based on census

Registered Nurse Job Requirements

  • Active RN license in North Carolina or a compact RN license in hand at time of submission
  • At least 1 year of recent acute care nursing experience required
  • ACLS, BLS, and CPI certifications required
  • Meditech experience preferred
  • Strong knowledge of insulin, heparin, and Lasix drip management
  • Ability to provide safe, accurate care for adult Med/Surg Telemetry patients
  • IMCU experience is helpful if census requires support with higher-acuity patients
  • Must be able to work weekends and holidays as scheduled
  • Local candidates within 50 miles are not eligible

Med/Surg Telemetry Responsibilities

  • Deliver safe, compassionate, and efficient nursing care to adult Med/Surg Telemetry patients
  • Monitor and manage patients with cardiac, diabetes, CHF, COPD, renal, general surgery, and orthopedic diagnoses
  • Administer and titrate insulin, heparin, and Lasix drips according to protocol
  • Perform thorough patient assessments and respond quickly to changes in condition
  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to support coordinated patient care and smooth unit flow
  • Float to like acuities or lower acuity areas as needed based on staffing and patient needs
  • Document nursing care accurately and timely in the charting system
  • Support a patient-centered environment while maintaining high standards of clinical excellence

Apply now for this rewarding travel nursing job in Jacksonville, NC, and join a supportive healthcare team today.

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 #514418. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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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Pros

Love my recruiter, Chase Nelson!!!

Cons

None

Recommends working with GHR Healthcare

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About Jacksonville, NC

As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Jacksonville, NC here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • Summer average highs in the 80s°F and lows in the 60s°F.
  • Winter average highs in the 50s°F and lows in the 30s°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially due to the military presence in the area.
Transportation
  • Car-friendly city with limited public transportation options.
Demographics
  • Diverse population due to the military presence.
  • Wide age range with a significant number of young adults.
  • Common health issues include allergies and asthma.
  • Jacksonville has a large population of travel nurses due to the military and healthcare facilities.
Things to Do
  • Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines.
  • Art and music scene is growing.
  • Opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and water sports.
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