Travel Telemetry RN - $1,866 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Augusta, Georgia.

• Specialty:
  Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  08/31/2026
• Duration:
  14 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 14 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Telemetry RN with at least 2 years of experience for a 13-week day shift assignment, and first-time travelers are welcome to apply.

• Telemetry unit within a hospital setting caring for adult to geriatric patients
• Patient diagnoses include CHF, MI/chest pain (pre- and post-cath), dysrhythmias (pre- and post-device implants), hypo-/hypertension, pleural effusion, sepsis, and PE/DVT/vascular issues
• Patient ratio of 1:4-5 on a 16-room unit
• Day shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
• Every other weekend required unless otherwise specified
• Floating required within the facility and scope of practice as needed
• No on-call requirements
• Uses Epic EMR (required), Pyxis, and SBAR communication tools

• Active RN license (GA or Compact) required at time of consideration
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Epic charting experience required
• Skills in respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP management, high flow nasal cannula, ABG interpretation, and non-invasive airway management
• IV therapy and phlebotomy skills including central line care, peripheral line care, and starting/maintaining IVs
• Cardiac monitoring skills including interpretation and management of dysrhythmias and use of rapid response/code teams
• Experience managing cardiac and vasoactive drips (non-titration) and PCA
• Knowledge of heparin protocols and IV insulin protocols
• Isolation precautions/PPE knowledge required
• Copies of required certifications must be provided for consideration
• Two supervisory references (Manager level or above) highly preferred for consideration

• Provide telemetry-level nursing care to adult and geriatric patients with cardiac and related conditions
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Maximum RTO of 7 days per contract, and all RTO must be finalized prior to submission
• RTO blackout dates apply during Spring Break (April 4th-12th)
• Holiday coverage required based on how many major holidays fall within the assignment: work 1-2 holidays with no holiday RTO permitted, or work 2 of 3 holidays with limited holiday RTO consideration
• Major holidays include Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Christmas Day, and New Year's Eve/New Year's Day
• First-time travelers are accepted for this position
• Local candidates accepted at the same bill rate
• Previous Piedmont Health employees (perm, per diem, or FCSS) must be away from all Piedmont facilities for one full year before applying as a traveler
• Returning travelers who were previously cancelled or given a DNR at a Piedmont facility must complete one assignment outside Piedmont before reapplying
• Shift and schedule as listed are firm with no alternate shift or schedule requests permitted
• Travel pairs cannot be assigned to the same shift on the same unit

American Traveler Job  #P-742612. 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 - Telemetry

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.