Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Petersburg, VA
Medasource
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical/Surgical Telemetry (Med Surg/Tele)

13-Week Travel Contract | Days | 36 Hours/Week

We're seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join a busy Medical/Surgical Telemetry unit at a short-term acute care hospital. This is an excellent opportunity for an RN with strong Med Surg/Tele experience who enjoys working with post-surgical and trauma patients in a collaborative, team-focused environment.

Schedule

• 13-week travel contract
• Day Shift
• 36 hours per week
• 12-hour shifts
• Every other weekend required
• Major holidays required
• 48-hour contracts may be considered
• Weekend-only blocked schedule may be accommodated

Requirements

• No local candidates (must live more than 50 miles from the facility)
• Minimum 1 year of recent acute care RN experience
• Minimum 1 year of travel nursing experience
• Recent Medical/Surgical Telemetry experience required
• CAPD experience preferred
• EPIC experience preferred
• Must pass an EKG (Dysrhythmia) Exam during orientation (study guide available)
• Interview required

Certifications

• Current RN License (state or compact)
• BLS Certification required
• ACLS preferred at hire (required prior to direct patient care if applicable)
• CCRN preferred
• PCCN preferred
• NIH Stroke Certification preferred

Unit Details

• Medical/Surgical Telemetry Unit
• 30-bed unit (can flex up to 37 beds)
• Patient population includes:
  • General surgery
  • Trauma
  • Minor orthopedic cases
  • Post-operative patients
  • Post-trauma patients
• Average length of stay: approximately 4 days
• Day shift nurses can expect approximately 1–2 patient discharges/admissions per shift

Nurse-to-Patient Ratio

• Typically 1:5–6
• Ratios may change based on patient census and hospital needs

Equipment & Clinical Skills

Experience with the following is preferred:

• Alaris IV pumps
• Hercules beds
• BiPAP
• CPAP
• Tracheostomies
• Chest tubes
• Tube feedings (Kangaroo pumps)
• Dysrhythmia interpretation
• Remote telemetry monitoring
• CAPD

Support Available

You'll work alongside a strong interdisciplinary team including:

• Monitor technicians (telemetry interpretation)
• Certified Nursing Assistants (1–2 per shift)
• Phlebotomy
• Sitters
• Charge nurses
• Rapid Response Team

Floating

• Required to float to other Medical/Surgical units as needed.

Responsibilities

As a Medical/Surgical Telemetry RN, you will:

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Administer medications safely following hospital policies and nursing standards.
• Monitor patients with telemetry and recognize dysrhythmias.
• Care for post-operative, trauma, and medically complex patients.
• Manage patients requiring chest tubes, tracheostomies, BiPAP/CPAP, tube feedings, and other specialized interventions.
• Coordinate patient care with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatments, medications, and discharge planning.
• Advocate for patient safety while participating in quality improvement initiatives.
• Respond quickly to changes in patient condition using sound clinical judgment.
• Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care while following evidence-based nursing practice.

Preferred Knowledge & Skills

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

• Strong Med Surg/Telemetry nursing skills
• Excellent assessment and critical thinking abilities
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple patients
• Effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams
• Experience documenting in EPIC
• Knowledge of advanced respiratory support
• Ability to safely care for patients with complex medical needs
• Commitment to professional growth and evidence-based practice

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Working Environment

This position involves:

• Fast-paced acute care environment
• High patient acuity
• Frequent interruptions and changing priorities
• Exposure to infectious materials and body fluids
• Possible exposure to verbal abuse or combative patients
• Use of universal precautions and appropriate PPE

Physical Requirements

Candidates should be able to:

• Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 100 pounds with assistance when necessary
• Stand and walk for extended periods
• Bend, reach, kneel, and perform repetitive hand movements
• Safely maneuver patients
• Respond quickly during emergencies
• Distinguish colors, hear alarms, and maintain visual acuity

Patient Population

• Adults (18–64 years)
• Geriatric patients (65+ years)

If you are an experienced med/surg RN seeking a challenging travel opportunity in a short term acute care hospital, we encourage you to apply today.