Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg / Telemetry - $1,909 per week in Charlotte, NC

Registered Nurse (RN) | Med/Surg / Telemetry
Location: Charlotte, NC
Agency: TalentBurst, Inc.
Pay: $1,909 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 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 Charlotte, North Carolina, 28201!

Facility Overview

• 207 licensed beds
• No Trauma Designation
• Non-Teaching Hospital
• Chest Pain Center
• Certified Stroke Center
• Radius Rule: Candidates must reside 50+ miles from the facility

Unit Details

• Unit Assignment: Assigned to a home unit during orientation
• Primary Unit Example – 3N Medical Telemetry:
  • 31 beds
• Experience Required: Minimum 18 months Med/Surg Telemetry RN experience
• First-Time Travelers: Not preferred, but may be considered

Patient Population

• End-stage renal disease (ESRD), peritoneal dialysis (PD)
• Fluid overload
• Sickle cell disease
• Diabetes mellitus (DM)
• Altered mental status
• Cellulitis
• Diabetic ulcers
• Pancreatitis
• Behavioral health

Staffing & Ratios

• RN: 1:5–6 (up to 1:7–8 during surge)
• CNA: 1:6–12

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support) – Required
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) – Required
• NIHSS (Stroke certification) – Required

Required Skills

• Strong Med/Surg Telemetry skillset, including:
  • Stroke care and neuro assessment
  • Cardiac rhythm interpretation
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Peripheral IV (PIV) insertion
  • Chest tube management
  • NG tube placement
  • Drain/tube management (Dobhoff, PEG, Hemovac, JP drains, Flexi-Seal, Foley catheterization)
  • PCA pump management
• Experience managing:
  • Cardiac drips
  • Heparin infusions
  • Blood products
  • IV fluids

Department Support

• CNAs: Patient care and ADL support
• Unit Secretary/HUC: Available
• Charge Nurse: May or may not carry a patient assignment
• Phlebotomy: Peripheral blood draws
• IV/VAT Team: Available (11:00 AM–7:00 PM & 11:00 PM–7:00 AM)
• Resource Nurse: Available as staffing allows
• Respiratory Therapy: 24/7
• Hospitalist: 24/7
• Intensivist Coverage:
  • In-house until 11 PM (Mon–Fri)
  • Until 7 PM (Sat–Sun)
  • Additional virtual/on-call coverage
• Telemetry Monitoring: Not available on unit

Technology & Equipment

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

Floating

• Required within facility and regional locations based on need
• Must be willing to float within scope of practice
• Possible regions include:
  • Region 1: Cabarrus, University City, Stanly, Lake Norman, Central Division (CMC Main, CMC Mercy, Levine Children's Hospital – peds only)
  • Region 2: Pineville, Anson, Union, Union West, Central Division
  • Region 3: Cleveland, Kings Mountain, Lincoln, Central Division
• Travelers are paid for travel time if floating mid-shift

Orientation

• New Employee Orientation (NEO)
• 2 days unit/department orientation

Scheduling

• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• On-Call: Not required
• Holiday Requirement: 75% of holidays
• RTO: Up to 6 days (excluding holidays; may require contract extension to meet hours)
• Schedule Cycle: 6 weeks

Additional Information

• Scrub Color: Navy
• Parking: Free

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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