MS/Tele RN

Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Contract in Chesapeake, VA Chesapeake, Virginia travel nursing opportunity for an experienced Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN seeking a 13-week contract on a high-volume post-surgical unit. Join a collaborative Coastal Virginia healthcare team while caring for adult and geriatric patients and building valuable telemetry and post-surgical nursing experience. Travel Nursing Job Details Specialty: Medical-Surgical Telemetry Nursing Unit: 6 West post-surgical unit Assignment Type: Travel Registered Nurse contract Location: Chesapeake, Virginia Weekly Estimated

$1,800–$1,890 Start Date: November 9, 2026 Contract Length: 13 weeks, ending February 8, 2027

3x12-hour or 4x12-hour shifts; preferred schedule must be identified during submission

12-hour day shifts, approximately 7:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m. Hours: 36 hours per week Patient Population: Adult and geriatric patients, including urology and gynecologic surgical populations Typical Patient Ratio: 1:7 Weekend and Holiday Coverage: Every other weekend and holidays during the contract are required Overtime: Paid after 48 hours for 4x12-hour schedules Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN Job Requirements Active Virginia RN license or compact RN license in hand at the time of submission At least 2 years of recent, relevant medical-surgical telemetry nursing experience Previous travel nursing experience preferred Current BLS and ACLS certifications Recent experience using Epic electronic health records Strong telemetry knowledge, including dysrhythmia interpretation and cardiac rhythm monitoring Ability to safely manage a typical 1:7 patient ratio in a high-volume post-surgical environment Comfort with required floating, every-other-weekend coverage, and holiday assignments Successful completion of a telemetry/EKG assessment may be required before or during orientation Travel RN Responsibilities Provide comprehensive nursing care to adult and geriatric patients recovering from high-volume urology and gynecologic surgical procedures Monitor cardiac rhythms and promptly identify, interpret, and respond to dysrhythmias Administer medications and treatments, including management of heparin and IV insulin protocols when indicated Perform assessments and care related to central lines, PICC lines, peripheral IVs, feeding tubes, surgical drains, wound care, and continuous bladder irrigation Manage oxygen therapy, PCA therapy, tracheostomy care, renal failure considerations, and other complex medical-surgical needs Recognize changes in patient condition and collaborate with rapid response teams and the interdisciplinary care team Maintain accurate documentation in Epic and communicate effectively with patients, families, and care team members Support safe transitions of care and promote high-quality outcomes throughout the post-surgical recovery process Why Work in Chesapeake, Virginia?

Enjoy a rewarding Coastal Virginia travel nursing assignment in Chesapeake, a vibrant community known for scenic waterways, outdoor recreation, and convenient access to Virginia Beach and Norfolk. Apply now for this Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN travel contract in Chesapeake, VA. Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.