Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $1,891 per week

TalentBurst, an Inc 5000 company; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parking: Free

Scrub color: Navy

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a travel nurse RN specialized in MedSurg/Telemetry in Charlotte, North Carolina. The role requires at least 18 months of RN experience, along with BLS and ACLS certifications. Nurses will provide patient care, monitor health, and work with a supportive team. The contract lasts 13 weeks with a schedule of 36 hours weekly. Candidates should be prepared for varied shifts and rotations, as well as floating between facilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 18 months Med/Tele RN experience required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications needed.
• NIHSS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in MedSurg/Telemetry unit.
• Monitor patient health and administer medication.
• Collaborate with healthcare team for patient outcomes.

Skills

Stroke experience

Cardiac rhythm interpretation

Trach care

PIV starts

Chest tube management

NGT placement

Drain/tube management

PCA pumps management

Cardiac drips management

Heparin management

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) License

Tools

Epic EMR

Alaris IV Pump

Omnicell Medication dispensing

Phillips Monitors

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

TalentBurst, Inc is seeking a travel nurse RN MedSurg/Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Charlotte, North Carolina.

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 04/06/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours – days, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Orientation & Scheduling

• Orientation (facility and unit): NEO – 2 days departmental
• Weekend rotation: every other
• No call
• Holiday Expectations: Travelers will work 75% of holidays

Facility Overview

• 207 licensed beds
• No Trauma Designation
• Not a Teaching Hospital
• Chest Pain Center
• Stroke Center
• Radius rule: Traveler's permanent address must be 50 miles outside of home unit

Unit Information

• Beds: Will vary based on unit
• Minimum Years of Experience required: 18 months Med/Tele RN (Resource Team requirement)
• First‑time traveler: Not preferred but will consider

Patient Types / Common Diagnoses

• End Stage Renal
• Peritoneal Dialysis (PD)
• Fluid overload
• Sickle cell
• Diabetes Mellitus
• Altered mental status
• Cellulitis
• Diabetic ulcers
• Pancreatitis
• Behavioral health

Patient Ratios

• RN: 1:5‑6 (critical surge 1:7‑8)
• CNA: 1:6‑12

Required Licensure & Certifications

• BLS
• ACLS
• NIHSS (Resource Team requirement)

Skills Required

• General Med/Tele skillset: Stroke experience, cardiac rhythm interpretation, trach care, PIV starts, chest tube management, NGT placement, drain/tube management (Dobhoff, PEG tubes, Hemovac, JP drains, flexiseals, Foley insertion/management), PCA pumps
• Medication gtt management: Cardiac drips, Heparin, blood products, IVF

Support within the Department

• CNA
• Receptionist/HUC
• Charge nurse – may or may not have patients
• Phlebotomy – peripheral blood draws
• IV/VAT Team: 11a‑7p, 11p‑7a
• Resource Nurse – as staffing allows
• RT, 24/7
• Hospitalist, 24/7
• Intensivist – ICU provider in house until 11p M‑F, till 7p Sat/Sun, VCC coverage and on‑call Intensivist
• Telemetry monitoring/tech: none

Technology / Equipment

• EMR: Epic
• IV Pump: Alaris
• Medication dispensing: Omnicell
• Monitors: Phillips

Floating

• All units within scope at Mercy
• Within region and scope of practice
• Required to float per region needs – will require floating to all listed facilities as needed; decline if not agreeable
• Region 1 – Cabarrus, University City, Stanly, Lake Norman, Central Division (CMC Main + Mercy + LCH (Peds only) – could float to any of the facilities within region if the need arises
• Region 2 – Pineville, Anson, Union, Union West, Central Division (CMC Main + CMC Mercy + Levine Children’s Hospital)
• Region 3 – Cleveland, Kings Mtn, Lincoln, Central Division (CMC Main + Mercy + LCH)
• If floating mid‑shift, Traveler will be paid for the time traveling between facilities (will remain on the clock)
• RTO: Can approve up to 6 days off, excluding holidays – must add time to the end of the contract if unable to meet contracted hours
• Schedule cycle: every 6 weeks

Other Notes

• Scrub color: Navy
• Parking: Free

About 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.