Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg​/Telemetry

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:
  
  ASAP
• 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:
  
  Jul 20, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position requiring at least 18 months of Med/Tele experience, with night shift hours and regional floating requirements.

• Work in a 27-bed Medical Telemetry unit with an average census of 20 patients
• Common diagnoses include stroke, COPD, chest pain, altered mental status, and GI bleed
• Patient ratios are 1:5-6 depending on acuity, with potential surge ratios up to 1:7-8
• EMR:
  Epic (experience preferred)
• IV pumps:
  Alaris; medication dispensing:
  Omnicell; monitors:
  Philips
• 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend rotation required
• Floating is required within Region 1, which includes Cabarrus, University City, Stanly, Lake Norman, and Central Division facilities (CMC Main, Mercy, and LCH – peds only); candidates must be agreeable to floating to all facilities in the region
• No on-call or call-back requirements

• Active NC RN license or compact RN license currently in hand
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 18 months of Med/Tele nursing experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
• Required skills include stroke experience 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)
• Proficiency with medication drip management including cardiac drips, heparin, blood products, and IVF
• Candidate's permanent address must be located at least 50 miles from the facility; local candidates are not accepted
• 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 is required for consideration

• Advanced Primary Stroke Center designation; no trauma designation and not a teaching hospital
• Unit support includes CNAs, a charge nurse (who may or may not carry a patient assignment), 24/7 phlebotomy, respiratory therapy, hospitalist coverage, and telemetry monitoring/tech; unit receptionist/HUC available on day shift only
• Orientation includes facility NEO and 2 days of departmental orientation
• Travelers are expected to cover 75% of holidays
• Required scrub color:
  Navy Blue
• Free parking available on-site
• Unit culture is described as positive and team-driven
• First-time travelers are not preferred but may be considered
• Candidates who have previously held a permanent position at an Advocate Health Southeast facility must have been separated for at least 1 year to be eligible

American Traveler Job  #P-694759. 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

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.