Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $1,763 per week

GLC On-The-Go is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Shelby, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/16/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

RN - MedSurg/Tele | Shelby, NC | Contract

Quick Look

• Weekly Gross Pay: $1,675 - $1,763
• Shift: 0700 - 1900
• Start Date: 11/16/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Number of Openings: 1

Join our team as a MedSurg/Telemetry RN in Shelby, NC, where you will provide high-quality care in a supportive environment. This contract position is ideal for dedicated nurses looking to make a difference in patient outcomes.

Unit Information:

• Beds: 32
• Average Census: 28

Patient Types/Common Diagnoses:

• Total Joint Replacements
• Colon Resection
• Gallbladder and Appendectomy Surgeries
• Amputations
• Medical Overflow
• Hip Fractures
• Small Bowel Obstruction (SBO)
• NG Tube Management

Patient Ratios:

• RN: Days 1:4-6; Nights 1:5-6 (surge staffing could see ratios of up to 1:7-8)
• LPN (if applicable): Days 1:4-6; Nights 1:5-6 (surge staffing could see ratios of up to 1:7-8)
• CNA: 1:10-11, or 1:16 (depends on staffing)

Required Licensure & Certifications:

• RN: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS

Skills Required:

• Basic Med/Tele skillset: Cardiac rhythm interpretation
• Experience with non-titrating cardiac drips (Cardizem/Amiodarone)
• Wound care and drain/tube management
• PIV starts and central line management

Support within the Department:

• CNA - Vital signs, baths, mobility, turning, blood sugars
• Receptionist/HUC - Rounds and secretary duties
• Charge Nurse - Resource to assist with all nursing care
• Phlebotomy support
• IV/VAT Team
• RT, 24/7
• Hospitalist, 24/7
• Intensivist, 24/7
• Telemetry monitoring/tech

Technology/Equipment:

• EMR: EPIC
• IV Pump: Alaris
• Med Dispensing: Omnicell
• Monitors: Phillips

Floating:

• Within region and scope of practice
• Will be required to float per region needs

Orientation:

• NEO
• 2 days departmental

Scheduling:

• Weekend rotation: every other
• Call: Possibility of low census call
• Holiday Expectations: Travelers will work 75% of holidays
• RTO: Can approve up to 6 days off, excluding holidays

Other Notes:

• Scrub Color: Navy
• Parking: Free

GLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you are ready to take the next step in your nursing career, apply today!

GLC On-The-Go Job ID #560002. 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: RN - MedSurg/Tele

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