RN Med Surg | Macon, Georgia

Advance your nursing career in a dynamic, high-acuity environment at a respected teaching hospital with Level 1 Trauma designation and 637 licensed beds. This Med/Surg Telemetry contract position offers the opportunity to work with a diverse patient population—ranging from post-operative orthopedic and spinal cases to acute and chronic medical conditions—on a busy 23-bed unit, with support from CNAs, resource nurses, 24/7 RT, hospitalists, and intensivists.

Schedule/Hours:

• 12-hour shifts (7A-7P or 7P-7A)
• Weekend rotation: 5-6 shifts out of 12 (per 6-week schedule)
• No on-call requirement
• Holiday coverage: one shift per major holiday set

Qualifications:

• Active RN license
• At least 2 years of recent Med/Surg Telemetry experience
• BLS certification required
• Basic Cardiac Rhythm (will need to pass EKG assessment)
• ACLS preferred; national med-surg or nephrology certification is a plus
• First-time travelers are welcome

Essential Skills:

• Clinical assessment in a trauma setting
• Telemetry interpretation, cardiac monitoring
• Experience managing chest tubes, wound vacs, trach care
• IV insertion, central line care, PIV starts
• Experience with insulin, heparin, and select cardiac drips (non-titratable)
• Strong care coordination, discharge planning, and patient/family education

Responsibilities:

• Deliver exceptional care to patients with complex medical and surgical needs
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for best patient outcomes
• Monitor and assess vital signs, manage equipment (Alaris IV pumps, Pyxis, EPIC EMR)
• Educate patients on disease management and post-discharge care
• Float as needed to other adult med/surg or telemetry units

Perks and Support:

• Comprehensive orientation (1 day general, 2 days departmental)
• Team-based culture, robust support staff
• Free parking

Contribute your expertise where it’s needed most and work alongside dedicated professionals in an engaging hospital setting. Ready for a rewarding assignment? Submit your application today!