Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg / Telemetry - $1,930 per week in Macon, GA

Registered Nurse (RN) | Med/Surg / Telemetry
Location: Macon, GA
Agency: TalentBurst, Inc.
Pay: $1,930 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Start Date: 6/15/2026

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 teaching hospital
• Level 1 Trauma Center
• Certified Chest Pain Center
• Stroke Center
• Address: 777 Hemlock St, Macon, GA 31201

Position Summary

Seeking an experienced MedSurg/Telemetry RN to provide care for adult inpatient populations with acute and chronic medical conditions. Travelers will float across Med/Surg and Telemetry units as needed.

Schedule

• Shift: 12-Hour Nights
• Hours: 1900–0700
• Guaranteed: 36 hours/week
• Weekend Rotation: 5–6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule
• On-Call: None

Unit Details

• Med/Surg units range from 20–36 beds
• Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:4–6
• First-time travelers accepted
• Minimum experience required: 2 years MedSurg/Telemetry RN experience

Patient Population

Common diagnoses include:

• Acute and chronic medical conditions
• Diabetes, hypertension, infections, electrolyte imbalances
• CHF, atrial fibrillation, post-cardiac cath patients
• General surgery, orthopedic, and trauma post-op patients

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license
• BLS required
• ACLS preferred
  • Travelers must pass EKG competency during onboarding
• Minimum 6 months EPIC experience required
• Med/Surg certification preferred

Required Skills

Clinical Skills

• Trach care
• Chest tube management
• Peripheral IV starts and IV maintenance
• Glucommander
• Strong assessment and time-management skills
• Discharge planning and patient education
• Interdisciplinary care coordination

Telemetry Skills

• Cardiac rhythm interpretation
• Post-cath patient care
• TR band management
• Groin site management (no sheath pulls)

Drip Experience

Must have experience with:

• Insulin
• Heparin
• Cardizem
• Amiodarone
• Milrinone
• Digoxin
• Nicardipine

May titrate drips for heart rate but not blood pressure.

Support Staff & Resources

• CNA support available
• Unit Secretary coverage: 7a–11p
• Charge nurse support
• PICC team available
• Resource/discharge nurses available
• RT, Hospitalist, and Intensivist coverage 24/7
• Central telemetry monitoring

Equipment & Technology

• EMR: EPIC
• IV Pumps: Alaris
• Medication Dispensing: Pyxis
• Monitors: Phillips

Floating Requirements

• Travelers function within the float pool
• Required to float to all Med/Surg & Telemetry units
• May float to ED holds as needed

Orientation

• 1 day hospital orientation + education modules
• 2 days department orientation

Additional Information

• Scrub Color:
  • RN: Navy
  • LPN: Ceil Blue
• Free parking available around campus
• Team-oriented, fast-paced environment

Holiday Requirement

Must work one shift for each holiday group:

• Thanksgiving or Day After Thanksgiving
• Christmas Eve or Christmas Day
• New Year's Eve or New Year's Day

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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