Med Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse
Decatur, TX
GHR Healthcare - Travel
3x12 hrs

Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift | Decatur, TX (Travel, 13-week)

Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift in Decatur, TX. Travel nurse opportunity (13-week) — must have telemetry experience and current ACLS/BLS/NIHS certifications. Apply now to join our healthcare team.

Overview — Travel RN / Medical-Surgical Nurse

Join a dedicated, supportive team as a Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (Med/Surg RN) on the night shift in Decatur, Texas (zip code 76234). This travel nurse position is ideal for experienced Med/Surg and telemetry RNs seeking a 13-week contract in a modern facility serving North Texas. Enjoy a friendly Texas town with outdoor recreation and local dining while advancing your nursing career.

Travel Nurse Job Details

• Location: Decatur, TX 76234 (North Texas)
• Job Title: Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) / Travel RN
• Setting: Medical/Surgical Unit (4th & 5th Floors, Main Campus)
• Patient Ratios: 5:1 on the 4th floor, 6:1 on the 5th floor
• Contract Length: 13 weeks (Travel Contract)
• Start Date: March 16, 2026
• End Date: June 15, 2026
• Shift: Night shift — 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM (12-hour nights)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Weekend Shifts: Required
• Dress Code: Medical City Blue scrubs (transitioning from black)
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1350–$1420 per week

Required Qualifications — Registered Nurse (RN)

• Active RN license (Texas or compact state) — must be able to work in TX
• Minimum 1 year of recent Med/Surg nursing experience
• Telemetry experience required (telemetry RN preferred)
• Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHS certifications
• Strong time management, clinical assessment, and communication skills
• Preferred: cardiac rhythm recognition, IV starts
• Team-oriented, positive, flexible, and patient-focused attitude

Key Responsibilities — Medical-Surgical Nursing / Telemetry

• Provide high-quality nursing care to a diverse medical-surgical patient population
• Monitor and interpret telemetry, perform IV starts, and manage post-surgical patients
• Care for patients following abdominal surgeries (cholecystectomy, appendectomy, colectomy), diagnostic procedures, orthopedic trauma repairs, and joint replacements
• Utilize clinical equipment including remote telemetry, capnography, Alaris IV pumps, glucometers, and dynamaps
• Document patient care accurately in the Alterra (Allscripts) EMR system
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams: RNs, LVNs, PCTs, charge nurses, and ancillary staff
• Float as needed to inpatient rehab, ED, or PCU within scope of practice
• Maintain compliance with unit policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
• Manage patient assignments with ratios of 5:1 on the 4th floor and 6:1 on the 5th floor, ensuring safe and effective care delivery

Why Apply: This is a strong travel nursing opportunity for Med/Surg and telemetry RNs looking for night shift experience in Decatur, TX. Build your clinical skills, work with a supportive team, and enjoy life in North Texas.

Apply now to be considered for this Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) travel contract in Decatur, TX. Join our 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.