Posted 10/12/2026 · Job #516776
Med/Surg Tele | Registered Nurse | 13–Week Travel – Austin, Texas
Job Description
Travel Registered Nurse – Med/Surg Telemetry RN Job in Austin, Texas (78704)
Travel Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse job in Austin, TX: join a fast-paced neuro medical/surgical telemetry unit and deliver high-quality patient care on a 13-week assignment.
Join a dynamic Med/Surg Telemetry unit in Austin, Texas, where you’ll care for a diverse patient population in a fast-paced, team-focused environment. This 13-week travel nursing assignment offers the opportunity to sharpen your telemetry skills while working alongside a collaborative clinical team that values quality care, strong communication, and a positive unit culture. Austin’s 78704 area is known for its vibrant energy, great food, live music, and easy access to outdoor recreation–making it an exciting place to live and work.
Job Details
- Position: Registered Nurse – Med/Surg Tele
- Type: Travel nursing assignment
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour nights
- Hours per Week: 36
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,350-$1,420
- Setting: Neuro medical/surgical telemetry unit
- Patient Ratio: Approximately 1:5
- Unit Size: 30 beds
- Schedule Notes: No call required; weekends included per schedule
- Location: Austin, TX 78704
- Start Date: October 5, 2026
Job Requirements
- At least 1 year of recent registered nurse experience required
- Active RN license in good standing
- Current BLS certification required
- NIH Stroke Scale certification/competency required
- ACLS preferred
- Strong telemetry and med/surg nursing experience preferred
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, self-motivated healthcare environment
- Comfort working with Meditech and common unit equipment including telemetry monitoring systems
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, compassionate, and high-quality care to Med/Surg Telemetry patients
- Monitor and assess patients for neurological and medical-surgical changes
- Perform and support stroke-related assessments and NIH workflows
- Assist with procedures and treatments such as gastric decompression and wound care
- Collaborate with physicians, therapy staff, and fellow nurses to support positive patient outcomes
- Document accurately in the electronic medical record and maintain strong clinical communication
- Support a patient-centered environment that emphasizes teamwork, safety, and responsiveness
Why You’ll Love This Travel Nursing Assignment
- Opportunity to work in a well-equipped unit with modern technology and supportive resources
- Collaborative healthcare team culture focused on excellent patient care
- Great travel nurse opportunity in vibrant Austin, offering a mix of city life, outdoor activities, and local culture
Apply now to join this Austin, Texas travel RN opportunity and take the next step in your nursing career!
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.
Equal Opportunity
GHR Healthcare is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where individuals are treated with respect and provided equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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