Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse Jobs
Make a Difference as a Med/Tele Travel Nurse
If you've got experience in the medical surgical unit and the telemetry unit, and want to put your skills to the test on the road, travel nursing must just be the perfect fit for you. As a med/tele travel nurse, you get to do a job you love, feel fulfilled at each day's end, explore new cities and spaces, and of course, make some pretty great cash.
Interested in traveling as a med surg/telemetry nurse? Browse travel med surg/telemetry nurse jobs at outstanding facilities across the country and find your fit.
What is a travel med surg/telemetry nurse?
Med surg nurses provide care to all kinds of patients ranging from post-op patients recovering from surgical procedures to those with orthopedic injuries and heart disease. The med surg nursing process and direct patient care includes inserting Foley caths, NG tubes, and IVs, changing wound dressings and giving medications are just the tip of the iceberg.
A telemetry nurse is a specialized healthcare professional who monitors a patient’s vital signs with telemetry monitoring medical equipment like an electrocardiogram or other life monitoring devices. Telemetry nurses work in high-stress environments like the cardiac telemetry unit, telemetry units, intensive care unit, and emergency room where patients require constant monitoring and care.
Med surg telemetry nurse positions allow RNs to work in both the med surg unit and the telemetry unit, based on the needs of the facility.
Typical Med Surg/Telemetry Registered Nurse Responsibilities:
- Administer medications and track their effects on patients
- Develop treatment plans and coordinate patient care with other healthcare professionals
- Monitoring vital signs like heart rate and blood pressure during procedures for safety reasons
- Drawing blood samples for testing in accordance with doctor’s orders
- Educate patients and family members on health needs and care plans
Choose where you go
With opportunities for travelers all over the country, we’ve selected areas with the most popular medical traveling jobs to help you find your best fit.
Advantages & Perks for Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse Jobs
Competitive pay
Competitive pay Travel nurses are the backbone of medical traveling. Pay transparency means you can see what you'll actually get paid before you even apply.
Per diem
Travel nurses qualify for a weekly, tax-free per diem that can help you cover the cost of moving, like your transportation, meals, and other expenses.
Certifications
Level-up, nurse. Get your state licenses and travel nurse requirements reimbursed.
Travel life
See new spaces. See new faces. Grow and learn in your nursing career as you grow and learn in various cities all over the country.Travel Nursing Compliance & Licensure
Being a medical surgical travel nurse is a great way to grow your experience and learn on the job. What if your dream travel assignment is asking for certifications you don’t have? Don’t sweat. You’ll get training in nursing and financial assistance for the cost of licensing and certifications!
Degrees and Certifications
Keeping up with the world of licensing and certification can be intimidating. Degrees and certifications depend on your modality and specialty but getting compliant for your home state and others you want to travel to are easier as a medical professional. Compliance experts work with your recruiter and the facility to ensure that you have all the relevant credentials required for any and all med surg/telemetry nursing jobs.
Compliance Requirements
Some of your compliance requirements are the same across the board, but there are others that will depend on your specialty in nursing.
The three parts of compliance
- Occupational health records: Required immunizations and health examinations
- Documentation: Tax forms, insurance paperwork, and licenses
- Testing: Certifications, online training, and workplace safety exams
FAQs
Who can become a travel telemetry/medical surgical nurse?
The path to become a telemetry nurse or med surg nurse starts with earning a bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited program. Once the degree is completed, prospective nurses must pass the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) to gain licensure as a registered nurse (RN). After earning your RN license, gaining specialized training in a med surg or telemetry unit is highly recommended.
It is recommended that travel nurses have two years of hospital-based RN experience in their field. Depending on the specialty or the specific requirements of the facility, the required job experience could be longer.
What is the average salary for a travel telemetry/med surg nurse jobs?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for RNs in the U.S. is around $77,600 per year. However, those in a nursing specialty with telemetry or medical surgical critical care experience can earn even more, depending on their level of experience, geographic location, and medical facility.
Where do med surg and telemetry nurses work?
Medical surgical nurses generally work in hospitals, providing care to patients who are not considered well enough to go home, but also not sick enough to require specialized attention. Medical surgical RNs also get placed for travel positions at many types of healthcare facilities including ambulatory care units, surgical centers, clinics, long-term care facilities, and others. Med surg units usually serve as the last stop for a patient before they are released.
Telemetry nurses typically work in a telemetry unit that can be found in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and various healthcare facilities. Telemetry units provide special care for patients with conditions that require close monitoring such as cardiac patients. It's an area in a hospital where telemetry nurses can keep tabs on patient vitals and provide personalized care and attention.
Will taking a travel nursing job help my career?
Taking travel nursing jobs is beneficial because it exposes you to different regional nursing procedures and a diverse patient population, provides the opportunity to explore new specialties, and helps you gain experience learning a new clinical environment quickly.