Travel Med-Surg Telemetry RN - $1,958 per week

Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Med Surg
• Discipline : RN
• Start Date : 10 / 20 / 2025
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift : 12 hours
• Employment Type : Travel

Med / Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Fort Wayne, Indiana

Advance your nursing career as a Med / Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) with a rewarding travel assignment in Fort Wayne, IN (46804). Join a leading healthcare team in Indiana and deliver high-quality patient care in a state-of-the-art Medical Surgical / Telemetry unit. Fort Wayne offers a welcoming community, affordable cost of living, and vibrant parks—making it an ideal location for your next nursing job.

Travel Nursing Job Details

Location : Fort Wayne, Indiana 46804

Healthcare Setting : Medical Surgical / Telemetry Unit (all beds telemetry capable)

Assignment Type : Travel RN

Start Date : October 20, 2025

End Date : January 19, 2026

Contract Duration : 13 weeks

Shift : Nights, 7 : 00 PM – 7 : 00 AM, every other weekend

Weekly Hours : 36 (option for 48 hours available)

Estimated Weekly Pay : $1680–$1800

Unit Size : 25 beds

Patient Ratio : 5 : 1–6 : 1

Registered Nurse Qualifications

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Indiana (required with submission)

BLS certification (required with submission)

Minimum 1 year of recent Med / Surg Telemetry nursing experience

Proficient in IV starts, NG tube, and Foley catheter placement

Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills

Valid driver's license and permanent home address (must match ID)

Travel nurses must reside more than 50 miles from the facility (local candidates not accepted)

Med / Surg Tele RN Responsibilities

Provide primary nursing care to a diverse patient population in a Med / Surg Telemetry environment

Conduct and document comprehensive nursing assessments and interventions

Initiate and manage IVs, NG tubes, and Foley catheters

Monitor and interpret telemetry for all assigned patients

Deliver care for patients undergoing colorectal, bariatric, general surgeries, GI, renal, and diabetes management

Administer wound care and manage ostomies

Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes

Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR)

Comply with all hospital policies, procedures, and safety protocols

Apply now to join our healthcare team in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and take the next step in your travel nursing career!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us : www.ghrhealthcare.com

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.

Planet Healthcare Job ID #419164. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Med / Surg Tele

About Planet Healthcare

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