Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg / Telemetry - $1,822 per week in Shelby, NC

Registered Nurse (RN) | Med/Surg / Telemetry
Location: Shelby, NC
Agency: TalentBurst, Inc.
Pay: $1,822 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 8/3/2026

About the Position

Travel RN – MedSurg/Telemetry

Location: Shelby, NC
Shift: 12-Hour Nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Hours: 36 Hours/Week
Contract: Travel Assignment

About the Facility

Join a 241-bed acute care hospital and Level III Trauma Center recognized as a Certified Chest Pain Center and Stroke Center. This facility provides a collaborative, patient-centered environment with strong interdisciplinary support.

Unit Overview

• 32-bed Medical-Surgical/Telemetry unit

• Average daily census: 32 patients

• First-time travelers accepted

• Traveler's permanent residence must be at least 50 miles from the facility

Patient Population

Care for a diverse Med/Surg-Tele patient population, including:

• Stroke

• Respiratory illnesses (Flu, Pneumonia, COVID-19)

• Renal failure

• Peritoneal dialysis

• Wound care patients

• General medical and telemetry patients

Required Experience & Certifications

Experience:

• Minimum 18 months of recent Med/Surg-Tele RN experience

Required Certifications:

• Active RN License

• BLS

• ACLS

• NIHSS

Required Clinical Skills

Candidates should have experience with:

• Cardiac rhythm interpretation

• Non-titrating cardiac drips (Cardizem, Amiodarone)

• Wound care

• Drain and tube management

• Peripheral IV insertion

• Central line management

• General Medical-Surgical and Telemetry nursing skills

Unit Support

• Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs)

• IV/Vascular Access Team

• Phlebotomy services

• 24/7 Respiratory Therapy

• 24/7 Hospitalists

• 24/7 Intensivists

• Dedicated Telemetry Monitoring

• Virtual Nursing Program for patient monitoring, medication verification, and admission/discharge support

Technology

• EMR: Epic

• Electronic Medication Dispensing System

• IV Pumps

• Telemetry Monitoring Equipment

Scheduling & Expectations

• 12-hour Night Shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)

• Every other weekend rotation

• Travelers are expected to work 75% of major holidays

• Up to 6 days of Requested Time Off (RTO) may be approved at submission (excluding holidays)

Floating

• Floating required within Region 3 based on staffing needs and within scope of practice.

• If floated between facilities during a shift, travel time is paid and the traveler remains on the clock.

Orientation

• Hospital New Employee Orientation (NEO)

• Two days of departmental orientation

Additional Information

• Navy blue scrubs

• Free on-site parking

• Collaborative, supportive, and patient-focused team culture

• Clinical interview required

• Possibility of low census call with callback requirements

Immediate submissions are encouraged.

Why TalentBurst?
At TalentBurst, we deliver more than talent, we deliver outcomes. We partner with you to move quickly and connect you to opportunities aligned with your skills and long term growth.

Backed by precision, transparency, and results, we connect top talent with leading organizations through trusted partnerships.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options.

TalentBurst is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce.