Travel Medical Telemetry RN

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Albemarle, North Carolina.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  06/29/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Jun 29, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Medical Telemetry position requiring at least 18 months of Med/Tele experience and the ability to float across a regional health system on night shift.

• Medical Telemetry unit within a 109‑bed, non‑teaching community hospital designated as an Advanced Primary Stroke Center
• 27‑bed unit with an average census of 20 patients
• Common diagnoses include stroke, COPD, chest pain, altered mental status, and GI bleed
• Patient–to–nurse ratio of 1:5–6 (acuity dependent); ratios may increase to 1:7–8 during surge staffing
• 12‑hour night shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend rotation required
• Floating required within Region 1, which includes Cabarrus, University City, Stanly, Lake Norman, and Central Division facilities (CMC Main, Mercy, and LCH — pediatrics only); candidates unwilling to float to all facilities within the region should not apply
• EMR:
  Epic (experience preferred)
• IV pumps:
  Alaris; medication dispensing:
  Omnicell; monitors:
  Philips
• No on‑call or call‑back requirements

• Active NC RN license or valid Compact RN license required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 18 months of Med/Tele experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
• Proficiency in general Med/Tele skills including stroke care and NIH assessments, chest tube management, PIV starts, trach care, cardiac rhythm interpretation, NGT placement, and drain/tube management (Dobhoff, PEG tubes, Hemovac, JP drains, flexiseals, foley insertion/management, etc.)
• Experience managing medication drips including cardiac drips, heparin, blood products, and IVF
• Candidate's permanent address must be located more than 50 miles from the facility; local candidates are not accepted
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration
• Minimum of 1 professional reference dated within the past year, from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN

• Unit is supported by CNAs, a charge nurse (who may or may not carry a patient assignment), 24/7 phlebotomy, 24/7 respiratory therapy, 24/7 hospitalist coverage, and telemetry monitoring technicians; HUC/receptionist available on day shift only
• No dedicated IV/VAT team on unit
• Orientation includes facility NEO and 2 days of departmental orientation
• Travel time between facilities is compensated when floating mid‑shift
• 75% holiday coverage required
• Required scrub color:
  Navy blue
• Free parking available on site
• Unit culture described as positive and team‑driven
• First‑time travelers are not preferred but may be considered
• Candidates who have previously worked a permanent position at any AHSE facility must have been separated for at least 1 year to be eligible

Pay package is based on 12‑hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.

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.

With 24/7 support and access to our in‑house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

American Traveler Job  #P-714181.