Travel Registered Nurse - Med/Surg Telemetry

Company: American Traveler
Location: Macon
Posted on: March 23, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Macon, Georgia. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 04/27/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, nights - Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview - Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs - Hours: 36 hrs/wk - Start Date: Apr 27, 2026 - Length: 13 weeks - Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position at a Level 1 Trauma Academic Medical Center in North Carolina, requiring at least 2 years of Med/Surg Tele experience and night shift availability. Details - 12-hour night shifts with a 0700 start time, 36 hours per week - 24-bed Med/Surg Telemetry unit within a 885-bed Level 1 Trauma Academic Medical Center - Patient population includes general medicine diagnoses such as diabetes, GI conditions, respiratory illness, renal conditions, and wound care - Procedures performed include chest tube and trach management, PIV starts, drain and tube management, and PCA pump management - Drip management includes Amiodarone, Fentanyl PCA, Ketamine PCA, Dilaudid PCA, and Heparin - RN-to-patient ratio of 5–6:1; CNA ratio of 8:1 - Lab draws are required as part of nursing duties - EMR: Epic; IV pump: Alaris; medication dispensing: Omnicell - Centralized telemetry monitoring with dedicated telemetry tech support - Every other weekend rotation required - Travelers are expected to work 75% of assigned holidays - Floating required to other Med/Surg units Requirements - Active RN license — GA or Compact license required - Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) - Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg Telemetry (MST) experience required - Most recent experience must be within the last year - Experience reading and interpreting telemetry strips required - Proficiency with chest tubes, trachs, PCA pumps, and IV/drain management required - Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills - Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment and tolerate moderate to high stress levels - Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration - At least 1 professional reference dated within the past year, from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN Additional Information - First-time travelers may be considered, provided they have a strong Med/Surg Telemetry background - Candidates who have worked a permanent position at an AHSE facility must have been separated for at least 1 year before being eligible - Unit support includes CNAs, a receptionist/HUC, charge nurse, phlebotomy, Rapid Response Team, Respiratory Therapy (24/7), Hospitalist (24/7), and Intensivist (24/7) - Orientation includes facility-wide new employee orientation (NEO) plus 2 days of departmental orientation - Royal blue scrubs required - Free employee parking available on-site - Unit culture is described as patient-centered, highly reliable, and team-oriented - This is a GA facility — no radius rule applies and local candidates are accepted at the same rate American Traveler Job ID P-680078. 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: Travel RN - Med/Surg Tele About American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.

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