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GHR Healthcare lists this Travel MS/Tele RN - $2,142 per week opportunity in chesapeake, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Chesapeake, Virginia. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/02/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Contract in Chesapeake, VA Join a high-volume post-surgical medical-surgical telemetry team as a travel Registered Nurse (RN) in Chesapeake, Virginia. This 13-week travel nursing assignment offers the opportunity to care for adult and geriatric patients, including urology and gynecologic surgical populations, in a collaborative coastal Virginia community known for its scenic waterways, outdoor recreation, and convenient access to Virginia Beach and Norfolk. Travel RN Job Details Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,910-$2,010 Location: Chesapeake, Virginia Healthcare Setting: Medical-surgical telemetry and post-surgical unit Start Date: October 19, 2026 Contract Length: 13 weeks Shift Duration: 12-hour nights, approximately 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Shifts per Week: 3x12 or 4x12 schedule options Weekly Hours: Approximately 36 hours; overtime may be available after 48 hours on 4x12 schedules Patient Ratio: Typically 1:7 Weekend Coverage: Every other weekend Holiday Coverage: Two of the three winter holidays may be required Orientation: Approximately 24 hours, including required pre-start modules Med/Surg Telemetry RN Job Requirements At least 2 years of recent, relevant medical-surgical telemetry nursing experience Current Registered Nurse license in Virginia or a compact RN license in hand at the time of submission Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association ACLS certification Recent experience with telemetry monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, and post-surgical patient care Epic charting experience required Ability to care for adult and geriatric patients with a 1:7 assignment ratio Successful completion of the required telemetry assessment with a score of at least 80% Comfort with required floating, every-other-weekend coverage, and applicable holiday scheduling Applicants must reside at least 50 miles from the assignment location Travel Registered Nurse Responsibilities Provide comprehensive nursing care to adult and geriatric patients on a high-volume post-surgical unit Care for patients recovering from urology and gynecologic surgical procedures Monitor cardiac rhythms, recognize changes in patient condition, and respond appropriately to dysrhythmias Perform assessments, administer medications, manage IV therapies, and document care accurately in Epic Manage central lines, PICC lines, peripheral IVs, feeding tubes, surgical drains, wound care, and continuous bladder irrigation Follow telemetry, heparin, IV insulin, isolation, oxygen, and blood product administration protocols as appropriate Collaborate with physicians, rapid response teams, respiratory services, pharmacy, physical therapy, and other interdisciplinary partners Support patient education, care coordination, discharge planning, and safe transitions of care Float as needed and participate in weekend and holiday coverage according to the assignment schedule Apply now for this Med/Surg Telemetry RN travel nursing opportunity in Chesapeake, Virginia, and join a collaborative healthcare team near Virginia Beach and Norfolk. 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. GHR Healthcare Job ID . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Med/Surg Tele About GHR Healthcare For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.5c143e31-5e -b d
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chesapeake, VA, 23320, US
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