Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg / Telemetry - $1,750 per week in Macon, GA

Registered Nurse (RN) | Med/Surg / Telemetry
Location: Macon, GA
Agency: TalentBurst, Inc.
Pay: $1,750 per week
Shift Information: Days - 3 days x 12 hours
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with TalentBurst, Inc. to find a qualified Med/Surg / Tele RN in Macon, Georgia, 31201!

Facility Overview

• 637-bed Level I Trauma Center
• Teaching hospital with advanced specialty services
• Certified Chest Pain Center & Stroke Center
• Large, high-acuity healthcare system

Unit Details

• MedSurg/Telemetry units ranging 20–36 beds
• Float pool model – travelers support multiple Med/Tele units
• 2+ years MedSurg/Telemetry RN experience required
• First-time travelers accepted

‍⚕️ Patient Population

• General Medical-Surgical patients
• Telemetry/cardiac monitoring patients
• Wide variety of acute and chronic conditions

Patient Ratios

• RN: 1:4–6
• LPN: 1:4–6
• CNA: Up to 1:14

Requirements

• Active RN License
• BLS required
• ACLS preferred (EKG competency exam required during onboarding)
• MedSurg certification (preferred, not required)

Required Skills

• Trach care
• Chest tube management
• Peripheral IV (PIV) insertion
• Blood glucose monitoring (glucometer use)
• Cardiac rhythm interpretation
• Drip management:
  • Insulin drips
  • Heparin drips
  • Cardiac drips (titrated to heart rate)

Support Staff

• CNA: Vitals, glucose checks, ADLs, ambulation, patient safety
• Unit Secretary: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM (overnight centralized support)
• Charge Nurse: Yes
• Phlebotomy: Lab-drawn; RNs draw from central lines
• PICC Team: Available
• Resource/Discharge Nurses: Yes
• 24/7 Coverage: Respiratory Therapy, Hospitalists, Intensivists
• Telemetry Monitoring: Central monitoring unit

Technology

• EMR: Epic
• IV Pumps: Alaris
• Medication Dispensing: Pyxis
• Monitoring: Phillips
• Additional Equipment: VS3 vital sign monitors, Nova glucose systems

Floating Requirements

• Required to float to all MedSurg/Telemetry units within the facility
• Float pool model based on census and staffing needs

Orientation

• 1 day facility orientation + education modules
• 2 days unit/department orientation

Additional Details

• Scrub Colors: RN – Navy | LPN – Ceil Blue
• Parking: Free campus parking available (optional paid deck parking)

Unit Culture

• Fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong emphasis on teamwork and collaboration
• Supportive leadership with resource staff available

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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