Med/Surg Tele | RN

GHR Healthcare; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 72,345 - 77,805; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with Matching

Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Travel Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse for a locum tenens position in Washington, DC. This role involves working in a teaching hospital's Plastic Surgery and Limb Salvage Unit. The ideal candidate will have a DC RN license, BLS certification, and at least 2 years of Med/Surg Telemetry experience. This position offers a competitive salary and 401K matching.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of recent Med/Surg Telemetry RN experience.
• Active DC Registered Nurse license required.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to adult patients recovering from surgery.
• Monitor and interpret telemetry, manage dysrhythmias.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Skills

Med/Surg Telemetry experience

BLS certification

Ability to float to units

Education

Active DC Registered Nurse license

Tools

Cerner EMR

Job description

Overview

Travel Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) – Locum Tenens opportunity in Washington, DC. This locum tenens nursing job offers the chance to work in a teaching hospital's 16-bed Plastic Surgery and Limb Salvage Unit.

Med/Surg Telemetry RN position details and assignment information are below.

Med/Surg Telemetry RN Details

• Location: Washington, DC 20007
• Healthcare Setting: 16-bed Plastic Surgery and Limb Salvage Unit, Short Term Acute Care, Teaching Hospital
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks (Start: 10/6/2025 – End: 1/5/2026)
• Shift: 3x12-hour day shifts (07:00 – 19:30)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Patient Ratio: 1:6
• Charting System: Cerner EMR
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $1590-$1710

Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of recent Med/Surg Telemetry RN experience (strong candidates with 1.5+ years considered)
• Active DC Registered Nurse license (pending accepted with proof; must have in hand before start date)
• BLS certification (American Heart Association required)
• Ability to float to units of equivalent or lower acuity as needed
• Two supervisor references required
• Flu vaccine required (no exemptions)
• First-time travel nurses welcome

Med/Surg Telemetry RN Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to adult patients recovering from complex surgical procedures, including reconstructive plastic surgery and diabetic limb salvage
• Monitor and interpret telemetry, manage dysrhythmias, and deliver comprehensive medical-surgical care
• Perform IV therapy, phlebotomy, wound care (including wound VAC), and manage surgical drains and peripheral nerve block catheters
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary healthcare team including nurse practitioners, physicians, physical therapists, and pharmacists
• Accurately document patient care using Cerner EMR and ensure medication safety with Pyxis
• Float to similar units as required and participate in ongoing education and orientation modules

Take the next step in your nursing career with this rewarding travel RN job in Washington, DC. Apply now to secure your spot in this Med/Surg Telemetry RN opportunity!

Benefits

• 401K with Matching
• Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Get to know us at www.ghrhealthcare.com

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.