RN - MedSurg/Tele | Charlotte, NC | Contract

Quick Look

  • Weekly Gross Pay: Not specified
  • Shift: 1900-0700
  • Start Date: 10/19/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • Number of Openings: Not specified

Join a leading acute-care hospital as a MedSurg/Telemetry RN in Charlotte, NC. This contract position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a supportive team. The facility boasts a welcoming culture, having opened its new unit in January 2025, and is committed to providing a psychologically safe and fair workplace.

Unit Information:

  • Beds: 34
  • Average Census: 32 + 3 surge rooms
  • Minimum Years of Experience Required: 18 months of Med/Tele RN experience
  • First-Time Travelers Accepted: Yes

Patient Types/Common Diagnoses:

  • Med/Tele Surgical: ESRD, CHF, Pneumonia, Sickle Cell Crisis, Diabetes/DKA, Wounds, Acute/Chronic Renal Failure, etc.
  • Note: Starting Spring 2026, this unit will also care for Hematology/Oncology patients. Travelers do not need to have chemo certification and will not administer chemo, but must be comfortable caring for these patients.

Patient Ratios:

  • Days: 1:5
  • Nights: 1:6 (critical surge 1:7-8)

Required License, National Certification, Certs:

  • RN: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS; ONS preferred but not required.
  • Travelers will be allowed to administer chemo if certified.

Skills Required:

  • Cardiac rhythm interpretation
  • Experience with non-titrating cardiac drips (Cardizem/Amiodarone – manager approval required if no experience)
  • General medical/surgical skillset – care of patients with tubes/drains, IV start skills, blood products, wound care/dressing changes, etc.

Support within the Department:

  • CNA (Ratios – 1:12) – patient care (ADLs/Vitals/Nutrition) and mobility
  • Receptionist/HUC, 24/7 – able to validate EKGs
  • Charge nurse
  • Phlebotomy, 24/7
  • IV/VAT Team, 24/7
  • Pharmacist dedicated to unit
  • Case Manager x 2 per unit
  • MedSurg Clinical Nurse Specialist
  • RT 24/7 – will perform nebulizer treatments
  • Nurse Educator
  • Hospitalist, 24/7
  • Telemetry monitoring/tech available

Technology/Equipment:

  • EMR: EPIC
  • IV Pump: Alaris
  • Med dispensing: Omnicell
  • Monitors: Phillips
  • Rover Communication
  • Hoyer lift

Floating:

  • Within region and scope of practice
  • Will be required to float per regional needs – may need to float to all facilities within scope of practice
  • If floating mid-shift, traveler will be paid for the time traveling between facilities (will remain on the clock)

Orientation:

  • NEO
  • 2 days departmental

Additional Notes:

  • Scrub Color: RN: Navy Blue
  • CNA: Burgundy
  • Parking: Free
  • Unit Culture: New unit with a welcoming, psychologically safe culture, and a just/fair culture.

GLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you are a dedicated MedSurg/Telemetry RN looking for a rewarding contract opportunity in Charlotte, NC, apply today!