Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Macon, GA
TalentBurst, Inc
3x12 hrs, Nights
$1,930/weekOverview
- Start Date06/15/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration12 weeks
Pay
Description
Location: Macon, GA,
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 12hr Night Shift - 36 1900-0700
SimpliFi Clinical Interviewing- Yes/No Yes, with manager approval
On Call, Call Back Requirements None
Weekend Rotation 5-6 weekend shifts out of 12 (on a 6-week schedule)
Holiday Requirements work one shift of each major holiday (Thanksgiving Day or day after 12/24 or 12/25 12/31 or 1/1)
Floating Requirements All med surg / telemetry units
Facility Overview
- 637-bed teaching hospital
- Level 1 Trauma Center
- Certified Chest Pain Center
- Stroke Center
- Address: 777 Hemlock St, Macon, GA 31201
Position Summary
Seeking an experienced MedSurg/Telemetry RN to provide care for adult inpatient populations with acute and chronic medical conditions. Travelers will float across Med/Surg and Telemetry units as needed.
Schedule
- Shift: 12-Hour Nights
- Hours: 1900–0700
- Guaranteed: 36 hours/week
- Weekend Rotation: 5–6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule
- On-Call: None
Unit Details
- Med/Surg units range from 20–36 beds
- Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:4–6
- First-time travelers accepted
- Minimum experience required: 2 years MedSurg/Telemetry RN experience
Patient Population
Common diagnoses include:
- Acute and chronic medical conditions
- Diabetes, hypertension, infections, electrolyte imbalances
- CHF, atrial fibrillation, post-cardiac cath patients
- General surgery, orthopedic, and trauma post-op patients
Required Qualifications
- Active RN license
- BLS required
- ACLS preferred
- Travelers must pass EKG competency during onboarding
- Minimum 6 months EPIC experience required
- Med/Surg certification preferred
Required Skills
Clinical Skills
- Trach care
- Chest tube management
- Peripheral IV starts and IV maintenance
- Glucommander
- Strong assessment and time-management skills
- Discharge planning and patient education
- Interdisciplinary care coordination
Telemetry Skills
- Cardiac rhythm interpretation
- Post-cath patient care
- TR band management
- Groin site management (no sheath pulls)
Drip Experience
Must have experience with:
- Insulin
- Heparin
- Cardizem
- Amiodarone
- Milrinone
- Digoxin
- Nicardipine
May titrate drips for heart rate but not blood pressure.
Support Staff & Resources
- CNA support available
- Unit Secretary coverage: 7a–11p
- Charge nurse support
- PICC team available
- Resource/discharge nurses available
- RT, Hospitalist, and Intensivist coverage 24/7
- Central telemetry monitoring
Equipment & Technology
- EMR: EPIC
- IV Pumps: Alaris
- Medication Dispensing: Pyxis
- Monitors: Phillips
Floating Requirements
- Travelers function within the float pool
- Required to float to all Med/Surg & Telemetry units
- May float to ED holds as needed
Orientation
- 1 day hospital orientation education modules
- 2 days department orientation
Additional Information
- Scrub Color:
- RN: Navy
- LPN: Ceil Blue
- Free parking available around campus
- Team-oriented, fast-paced environment
Holiday Requirement
Must work one shift for each holiday group:
- Thanksgiving or Day After Thanksgiving
- Christmas Eve or Christmas Day
- New Year's Eve or New Year's Day
Employer
TalentBurst, Inc
49 nurses recommend working with TalentBurst, Inc
TalentBurst Health & Life Sciences is an established provider of healthcare workforce solutions, servicing healthcare facilities across the United States for over 15 years. As a Joint Commission Certified Agency, our commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional service has made us a trusted name in the healthcare staffing landscape.
Our mission is to bridge the gap between healthcare professionals seeking fulfilling opportunities and healthcare organizations striving to maintain their high standards of care. We are committed to providing top-notch healthcare professionals with access to facilities where they can focus on delivering exceptional patient care and thrive.
Whether you're a nurse, allied health professional, or administrative personnel, we have the expertise to match your skills and aspirations with the perfect placement.
About Macon, GA
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Macon, GA here's what you should know:- Macon'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.
- Average summer highs are around 91°F, and winter lows are around 34°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Macon, with options ranging from apartments to fully furnished homes.
- Macon is car-friendly with a well-maintained road network.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential.
- Macon has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include obesity and cardiovascular diseases.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Macon offers a variety of restaurants serving Southern cuisine, a vibrant art and music scene, opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and boating, and local sports events.
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