Med Surg Telemetry RN
Philadelphia, PA
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical-Surgical Telemetry | Philadelphia, PA

Join a collaborative nursing team as a Medical-Surgical Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This 13-week travel nursing contract is an excellent opportunity for an experienced inpatient RN to care for postoperative and medical-surgical patients in a 20-bed unit with typical nurse-to-patient ratios of 4:1 or 5:1.

The role is ideal for a Registered Nurse with recent experience caring for patients recovering from orthopedic, gynecologic, urologic, and general surgical procedures. Located in Philadelphia’s Northeast section, this Pennsylvania travel nursing job offers access to a vibrant metropolitan area known for its rich history, diverse neighborhoods, cultural attractions, and convenient transportation options.

Travel RN Job Details

• Job Title: Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical-Surgical Telemetry
• Specialty: Medical-Surgical Telemetry
• Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Employment Type: 13-week travel nursing contract
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,930–$2,030
• Start Date: October 26, 2026
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks, ending January 24, 2027
• Schedule: 3 shifts per week, 36 hours per week
• Shift Duration: 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend expected
• Holiday Requirement: One holiday and one holiday-eve shift may be required based on unit needs
• Unit Environment: 20-bed medical-surgical unit with typical ratios of 4–5 patients per RN

Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse license in Pennsylvania or an active multistate compact RN license
• At least 1 year of recent clinical experience in medical-surgical, telemetry, or postoperative nursing
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred
• Ability to provide safe, organized nursing care in a fast-paced inpatient environment
• Flexibility to float to other units according to staffing and patient-care needs

Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN Responsibilities

• Assess, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans for assigned medical-surgical and postoperative patients.
• Provide comprehensive nursing care for patients recovering from orthopedic, gynecologic, urologic, and general surgical procedures.
• Monitor patient conditions, recognize changes in status, and communicate concerns promptly to the physician and interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Use the nursing process to coordinate care with patients, families, nursing colleagues, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
• Administer medications and treatments safely according to orders, nursing standards, and organizational policies.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, recovery, medications, and discharge needs.
• Direct and support nursing assistants and other clinical support staff in the delivery of patient care.
• Document assessments, interventions, outcomes, and care coordination accurately and in a timely manner.
• Float to other inpatient units when needed to support safe staffing and continuity of care.

Apply now for this Medical-Surgical Telemetry travel RN opportunity in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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.