Travel Telemetry Registered Nurse - $2,246 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Belleville, Illinois.

• Specialty:
  Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/08/2026
• 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:
  
  Sep 8, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Telemetry RN for a 13-week night shift assignment requiring 2+ years of high-risk telemetry experience and active IL RN licensure.

• Acute care Magnet hospital setting on a 40-bed Telemetry unit (222 total facility beds)
• Night shift schedule: 3x12 hours, 18:45-7:15
• Patient ratios of 1:5-6
• Required to work every other weekend, approximately 6 weekend shifts (Sat or Sun) within a 6-week schedule
• 36 guaranteed hours per week
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required within scope to all inpatient units across both campuses
• EPIC charting system required
• Navy scrub color required

• Active IL RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required, with strong cardiac and high-risk telemetry background
• Required skills:
  
  cardiac drip management (no titration), sheath removal, and central line management
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management required
• Respiratory skills required, including BiPAP/CPAP management, chest tube care, oxygen administration, and tracheostomy care

• Provide high-risk telemetry nursing care including cardiac drip management, sheath pulls, and central line management
• Support pre/post cardiac surgery patients and manage dysrhythmias with prompt emergency response
• Perform wound care, wound vac management, and procedural sedation monitoring as needed
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates accepted only if residing within a 75-mile radius, which qualifies for a local rate
• No RTO permitted during the first week of the assignment; maximum of 7 days RTO allowed for the contract, with additional days requiring manager approval
• Permanent employees of the health system must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Standard travelers may work up to an 18-month period and must take a 3-month break in service afterward

American Traveler Job  #P-724413. 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.