GHR Healthcare - Travel is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty:
Med Surg / Telemetry
Discipline:
RN
Start Date:
06/08/2026
Duration:
13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift:
12 hours
Employment Type:
Travel
Med/Surg Tele Registered Nurse (RN) – Philadelphia, PA
Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) – Philadelphia, PA. 13-week local Med-Surg Tele RN role in University City with a medical oncology focus; BSN required.
Join a dynamic and expanding Med/Surg Telemetry (telemetry nurse) team in the heart of Philadelphia. We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) with strong medical-surgical and telemetry experience to provide exceptional, patient-centered care in a fast-paced acute care setting. This is an excellent Pennsylvania nursing job for nurses who want to work on a growing unit with a strong focus on medical oncology in University City.
Job Details
Location:
Philadelphia, PA ***** (University City) – local Med-Surg Tele RN position in a lively, diverse area with great dining and cultural attractions
Contract Length:
13 weeks with potential for extension
Weekly Estimated Pay:
$2,000 - $2,100 (competitive weekly pay for Philadelphia nursing jobs)
Hours per Week:
36 hours
Employment Type:
Local, on-site Registered Nurse (RN)
Interview Process:
Microsoft Teams virtual interviews
Schedule Requirements:
Required to work at least one summer holiday and every other weekend
Job Requirements




Minimum 2 years of recent Med/Surg Telemetry nursing experience (Med-Surg Tele RN / telemetry nurse)
BSN required
(no exceptions)
Experience with medical oncology and telemetry care (oncology nursing preferred)
Ability to test out on Telemetry courses / telemetry monitoring competencies
Current and active RN license in Pennsylvania
Strong clinical assessment, acute care, and communication skills
Responsibilities
Provide high-quality medical-surgical and telemetry nursing care to patients, including those with medical oncology needs
Manage a patient load of 3-4:1 (up to 12 beds with potential expansion) as a Med-Surg Tele RN
Perform telemetry monitoring, assess cardiac/medical status, and respond promptly to changes in condition
Document patient progress accurately and communicate findings with the interdisciplinary care team
Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and ancillary staff to ensure optimal patient outcomes
Participate in unit expansion efforts and adapt to evolving patient care needs
Work every other weekend and at least one summer holiday as part of your commitment to patient care
Why Join Our Team
Work in University City, Philadelphia — a vibrant neighborhood with easy access to transit and local amenities




Opportunity for qualified growth in medical-surgical, telemetry, and oncology nursing
Cooperative, interdisciplinary team focused on quality patient care
Competitive weekly pay and supportive on-site environment
Apply now
to join our Med/Surg Telemetry team in Philadelphia, PA. Qualified candidates with a BSN and active Pennsylvania RN license are encouraged to submit their application. Interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams.
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 - Travel Job ID #******. 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 GHR Healthcare - Travel
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