Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg / Telemetry - $1,822 to $1,930 per week in Albemarle North, NC

Registered Nurse (RN) | Med/Surg / Telemetry
Location: Albemarle North, NC
Agency: TalentBurst, Inc.
Pay: $1,822 to $1,930 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 6/29/2026

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with TalentBurst, Inc. to find a qualified Med/Surg / Tele RN in Albemarle North, North Carolina!

Unit Details

Unit: Medical-Surgical/Telemetry
Beds: 27
Average Daily Census: 20 patients

Patient Population

• Stroke
• COPD
• Chest Pain
• Altered Mental Status
• GI Bleed

Nurse-to-Patient Ratios

• Typical: 1:5–6 (acuity dependent)
• Surge staffing: Up to 1:7–8

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 18 months recent Med/Surg Telemetry experience
• First-time travelers are not preferred but may be considered

Required Certifications

• Active RN License
• BLS
• ACLS
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)

Required Skills

Candidates should be proficient in:

Clinical Skills

• Stroke care and NIH assessments
• Cardiac rhythm interpretation
• Chest tube management
• Peripheral IV insertion
• Trach care
• NGT placement
• Foley catheter insertion and management
• PCA pump management

Tube and Drain Management

• Dobhoff tubes
• PEG tubes
• Hemovac drains
• JP drains
• Flexi-Seal systems

Medication & Infusion Management

• Cardiac drips
• Heparin infusions
• Blood product administration
• IV fluid management

Unit Support

• Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs)
• Unit Secretary/HUC (Day Shift Only)
• Charge Nurse (may carry patient assignment)
• 24/7 Phlebotomy
• 24/7 Respiratory Therapy
• 24/7 Hospitalist Coverage
• Telemetry Monitoring Technicians

No dedicated IV/Vascular Access Team available.

Technology

• EMR: Epic
• IV Pumps: Alaris
• Medication Dispensing: Omnicell
• Cardiac Monitors: Philips

Schedule

• Shift: 12-Hour Nights
• Hours: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Weekly Hours: 36
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Holiday Requirement: 75% of holidays
• On-Call: None

Floating Requirements

Travelers must be willing to float within Region 1 based on staffing needs and within their scope of practice.

Potential facilities include:

• Cabarrus
• University City
• Stanly
• Lake Norman
• Central Division
  • CMC Main
  • Mercy
  • Levine Children's Hospital (Pediatrics only)

If floated mid-shift, travel time between facilities is paid and remains on the clock.

Orientation

• New Employee Orientation (NEO)
• 2 Days Unit/Department Orientation

Additional Information

• Scrub Color: Navy Blue
• Parking: Free
• Unit Culture: Positive, collaborative, team-oriented environment

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.

About TalentBurst, Inc.

TalentBurst Health  stands at the forefront of the healthcare and life sciences workforce marketplace. With a strong legacy of delivering exceptional value to some of the most respected organizations in the industry, we remain steadfast in our mission to fuel innovation and excellence through top-tier talent.

As we continue to grow, TalentBurst is rapidly emerging as the employer of choice for nursing professionals. We are proud to support the vital professionals who power these dynamic industries.

Our team excels in connecting clients with deep, specialized talent pools, solving complex workforce challenges, and elevating both our clients and ourselves as leading employers within the healthcare and life sciences communities.

The U.S. healthcare industry is the nation’s third-largest employer, accounting for over 14% of the adult workforce—and it continues to expand.

At TalentBurst, we are uniquely positioned to support this upward trajectory—empowering our clients and talent to thrive in an evolving landscape full of opportunity.

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