Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $2,142 per week

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Mechanicsville, Virginia. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry Discipline: RN Start Date: ASAP Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Travel Registered Nurse (RN) - Med/Surg Telemetry Job in Mechanicsville, VA Travel Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse needed in Mechanicsville, Virginia! Join a supportive 24-bed Surgical/Medical Telemetry unit serving adult and geriatric patients just outside Richmond. Job Details Assignment Type: Travel RN / Travel Registered Nurse Location: Mechanicsville, VA 23116 (Richmond area) Start Date: 10/12/2026 Duration: 13 weeks Schedule: 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM Hours Per Week: 36 Weekend/Holiday Coverage: Every other weekend and major holidays required Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,910 - $2,010 Unit Type: Surgical/Medical Telemetry Patient Population: Adult and geriatric patients Setting Highlights: Bedside shift report, non-critical drips, and strong teamwork in a fast-paced acute care environment Job Requirements Active Virginia RN license or compact licensure eligibility Minimum 1 year of Registered Nurse experience required At least 6 months of acute care hospital experience preferred Telemetry nursing experience required, including ability to read and verify rhythm strips Surgical nursing experience strongly preferred due to the patient population and surgeon-directed care Ability to perform lab draws and peripheral IV insertion with confidence BLS and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required Ability to pass an EKG exam at orientation Comfort working in a busy Med/Surg Telemetry unit with changing patient acuity Must reside outside a 50-mile radius Responsibilities Provide comprehensive nursing care using the nursing process and evidence-based practice Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for telemetry patients with medical and surgical needs Monitor cardiac rhythms, interpret rhythm strips, and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition Manage patients with non-critical drips, strict intake and output monitoring, and complex post-surgical needs Complete bedside shift report and maintain clear communication with the interdisciplinary healthcare team Perform lab draws, peripheral IV insertion, and other routine clinical skills as needed Support safe, compassionate care for adult and geriatric patients throughout recovery Collaborate with charge nurses, PCTs, and other care team members to promote quality outcomes Adapt to a fast-paced telemetry nursing environment while maintaining professionalism, safety, and strong patient advocacy Apply now for this Travel RN job in Mechanicsville, VA and take the next step in your nursing career! Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. GHR Healthcare Job ID 521161. 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: Med/Surg Tele About GHR Healthcare For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.