Travel MS/Tele RN - $1,915 per week

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Columbia, South Carolina. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/02/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Med/Surg Tele, ACE Unit | Columbia, South Carolina Explore a rewarding 13-week travel nursing job in Columbia, SC, for an experienced Med/Surg Tele RN providing high-quality care to adult and geriatric patients on an Acute Care for the Elderly (ACE) medical-surgical telemetry unit. This opportunity is ideal for a confident Travel Registered Nurse who enjoys caring for complex patients, interpreting cardiac rhythms, and helping older adults maintain mobility, independence, and cognitive function throughout hospitalization. Columbia offers the energy of South Carolina’s capital city with a welcoming community, beautiful riverfront areas, outdoor recreation, vibrant dining, and rich cultural attractions. Enjoy a fulfilling clinical assignment while exploring all that the Midlands region has to offer. Travel Nursing Job Details Specialty: Med/Surg Tele – Acute Care for the Elderly Location: Columbia, South Carolina Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,710–$1,800 Start Date: November 2, 2026 Contract Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Schedule: 3 shifts per week, 36 hours per week Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend Unit: 26-bed medical-surgical telemetry unit serving primarily adult and geriatric patients Patient Ratios: Approximately 1:5–1:6 Charting: Epic electronic medical record Floating: May be required to qualified units or campuses based on patient-care needs Med/Surg Tele RN Job Requirements Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in South Carolina or a valid multistate compact license At least 1 year of recent Med/Surg Tele nursing experience At least 1 year of Epic electronic medical record experience Strong experience caring for adult and geriatric patients in a telemetry-capable setting Current BLS and ACLS certifications Current NIHSS certification or demonstrated competency, as required for the assignment Clinical proficiency with telemetry monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, IV starts, blood product administration, and central, peripheral, and PICC line care Working knowledge of heparin protocols and telemetry-based patient care Geriatric-focused assessment and care experience preferred Seasonal influenza vaccination required according to assignment policy Travel Registered Nurse Responsibilities Provide safe, compassionate nursing care for adult and geriatric patients with medical-surgical and telemetry needs. Perform comprehensive assessments, monitor patient status, and promptly communicate changes to the interdisciplinary care team. Interpret and manage dysrhythmias while providing continuous remote telemetry monitoring. Administer medications and blood products in accordance with established protocols, including heparin protocols. Initiate and maintain IV access and provide care for peripheral, central, and PICC lines. Promote mobility, cognitive function, independence, and a return to baseline for older adult patients. Document accurately and efficiently in Epic. Collaborate with physicians, rehabilitation services, respiratory care, pharmacy, social services, and other members of the care team. Float to other qualified units or locations when requested and perform only tasks supported by documented competencies. Apply now for this Med/Surg Tele travel nursing opportunity in Columbia, South Carolina, and join a healthcare team dedicated to high-quality care for adult and geriatric patients. 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 526242. 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.