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Med/Surg Tele | Registered Nurse

GHR HealthcarePetersburg, VATravel
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
Petersburg, VA
Job type
Travel
Profession
Registered Nurse (RN)
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Sep 17, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$57.64
Weekly
$2,075
Yearly (full-time)
$107,900
Contract length
13 weeks

This job pays about $57.64/hour — 28% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Virginia ($45.00/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.

Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

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Job description

Medical/Surgical Telemetry Registered Nurse (Travel RN) – Petersburg, Virginia

Travel to Petersburg, Virginia for a rewarding Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse assignment in a fast-paced acute care setting. Located in a welcoming area known for its historic charm, scenic riverfront setting, and convenient access to the greater Richmond region, Petersburg offers a great backdrop for your next travel nursing experience. This 13-week travel nursing job offers the opportunity to strengthen telemetry, med-surg, and clinical assessment skills while supporting a collaborative team caring for adult and geriatric patients.

Overview

The Medical/Surgical Telemetry Registered Nurse provides high-quality patient care using the nursing process, clinical judgment, and strong teamwork. In this travel RN role, you will care for post-operative and post-trauma patients, monitor telemetry rhythms, and collaborate with interdisciplinary staff to support safe, efficient, patient-centered care in Petersburg, VA.

Job Details

  • Position: Medical/Surgical Telemetry Registered Nurse
  • Employment Type: Travel RN
  • Location: Petersburg, Virginia
  • Schedule: 12-hour day shifts
  • Hours: 36 hours per week
  • Duration: 13-week assignment
  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,020 - $2,130
  • Unit Type: Med/Surg Telemetry
  • Patient Population: Adults and geriatrics
  • Setting: Fast-paced mixed surgical unit with telemetry monitoring
  • Schedule Expectations: Every other weekend and major holidays required

Job Requirements

  • Active Registered Nurse license in the state of practice or compact licensure
  • Minimum 1 year of recent acute care nursing experience
  • Minimum 1 year of travel RN experience
  • Med/Surg Telemetry experience required
  • BLS certification required
  • Ability to pass an EKG exam at orientation
  • Strong dysrhythmia interpretation and telemetry monitoring skills
  • Experience with EPIC preferred
  • Ability to provide safe, compassionate care for adult and geriatric patients
  • Comfort working in a high-acuity, team-oriented healthcare environment

Responsibilities

  • Perform comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized plans of care
  • Monitor telemetry rhythms and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition
  • Administer medications and treatments safely and in accordance with nursing standards
  • Care for post-operative, post-trauma, and general surgery patients
  • Manage patients with chest tubes, BiPAP/CPAP, trachs, and tube feeds as needed
  • Collaborate with monitor techs, CNAs, charge nurses, and the rapid response team
  • Float to other Med/Surg units when needed to support patient care needs
  • Educate patients and families while promoting comfort, safety, and recovery
  • Document accurately and maintain clear communication with the care team
  • Support a culture of quality improvement, professionalism, and compassionate care

Apply now to join this Med/Surg Telemetry nursing opportunity in Petersburg, Virginia and make a meaningful impact with every shift.

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.

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